Kohekohe Walk
Hemi Matenga Scenic ReserveHead to Waikanae to walk through one of the largest remaining kohekohe forests in New Zealand.
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4m highest point
Mark Coote
The Waikanae Estuary trail allows walkers and riders to explore the heart of this nationally-significant haven for native birds and plant life.
The estuary doubles as a scientific reserve and a safe corridor for wildlife moving between the mountains, river, and sea. It provides a unique opportunity to encounter more than 60 species of birds, including banded dotterel, pūkeko, dabchick, and oystercatcher, along with freshwater and marine fish species.
The trail is located between Paraparaumu and Waikanae. The main entrance is on Manly Street North, Paraparaumu. There are regular bus and train services from Wellington. View timetables on the Metlink website.
Hemi Matenga Scenic ReserveHead to Waikanae to walk through one of the largest remaining kohekohe forests in New Zealand.
A gentle stroll through native bush to Chrystalls Lagoon, with breathtaking views of the Tararua Range.
Listen to the waves lapping as you wander along the sandy shores of Waikanae Beach.
The original Greytown to Woodside railway line provides a beautiful and family-friendly walking path.
Coast 35 connects Paekākāriki and Ōtaki through an off-road shared trail that runs parallel with the Kāpiti Expressway.
Follow the banks of the Ōtaki River on this popular walking and mountain biking trail, offering views of the coastline, river, and the Tararua Range.
Take in spectacular views of Kapiti Island from high above the Kāpiti Coastline.
Tunnel GullyAn easy loop that takes in native forests, waterfalls, and historic Remutaka railway sites.
Queen Elizabeth ParkWalk or cycle this wide, mostly flat trail along Kāpiti Coast’s dunelands, from Raumati to Paekākāriki.
Walk or ride the banks of Waikanae River from State Highway 1 to the sea.
Whareroa Farm Recreation ReserveTake a short, gentle wander through remnant kohekohe forest and soak up views over Queen Elizabeth Park and Kapiti Island.
Kaitoke Regional ParkCross an exhilarating swing bridge and take in stunning views of the Hutt River gorge.
Kaitoke Regional ParkEnjoy this family-friendly trail linking Kaitoke Regional Park to Pākuratahi Forks.
Get a feel for what the Wairarapa used to look like on a stroll through unusual native landscape only minutes from the town of Carterton.
Take a relaxing walk among the gums and native trees of the Gums Loop Walk. There are swimming holes to enjoy and you can listen for the kārearea/bush falcons as they call overhead.