Otaika Valley Walk
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Introduction

The Otaika Valley Walk offers you a variety of landscapes including farmland and native forest.

2.5 km to reserve boundary, 4.5 km to Raumanga

Walking and tramping

2-3 hr one way Easy: Walking track

Dog access

Dogs with a DOC permit for recreational hunting or management purposes only. Other pets on conservation land rules.

Stay safe in the outdoors

  1. Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it.
  2. Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts
  3. Pack warm clothes and extra food. Check gear lists
  4. Share your plans and take ways to get help. Share directly or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk. Take a distress beacon. 
  5. Take care of yourself and each other.

Stop kauri disease and protect kauri

  • Scrub all soil off shoes and gear.
  • Use cleaning stations.
  • Always stay on the track.

How you can help save kauri

Contacts

DOC Customer Service Centre
Phone 0800 275 362
Email whangarei@doc.govt.nz
Address DOC offices
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