From the open tops high above the Telford Burn Te Araroa through-trampers get their first glimpse towards the south coast. For any concerns call Karen Murray 021 0754 246. Accessible to vehicles and you can park next to your campsite. The Ngunguru River Boat Crossing is another 1km walk past the shops southwest along Ngunguru Road. As there is additional mileage involved and a driver has to do a pickup, the cost is more than a usual day trip. A full range of amenities is available at Paihia (population 1770), i-SITE Visitor Information Centres - The Wharf, Marsden Rd, Paihia - P: 09 402 7345 or 0800 363 463 - E: paihia@visitnorthland.co.nz -For further information on Paihia and Russell: www.paihianz.co.nz and W: www.russellnz.co.nz, Derek Miller lives in Haruru Falls and is happy to provide assistance to TA walkers - transport etc - anywhere between Puketi and Russell Forests. 1 or 2 bedrooms self-contained and self-catering apartment. Tide information for Taiharuru Estuary Route. The Morepork Track is well used by the Department of Conservation for predator control. If kayaking, be alert for other water users, Vehicles on road or track If kayaking, be alert for other water users. Whananaki Holiday Park, Whananaki North Rd, Whananaki - $14 per night - P: 09 433 8896 - E: whananaki@vodafone.co.nz, Whananaki Beach Store - 2162 Whananaki North Rd, Whananaki Beach - P: 09 433 8466, A 2 B Auckland Airport Direct Shuttle (to/from Whangarei/Matapouri/Tutukaka) - P: 09 459 5221 or 027 273 7307, Matapouri Store - 954 Matapouri Rd, Matapouri Bay - P: 09 434 3706, Has an ATM which sometimes works, and sometimes people can get cash out with EFTPOS purchases from the store, but not with Credit Card purchases. For local knowledge, info on tides or water transport and pickups, contact Ros & Hugh Cole-Baker of Tidesong P: 09 436 1959. This is a conservation area - no domestic animals are allowed (including birds, cats and dogs) and a freedom camping bylaw means Peach Cove is the only option in the Bream Head Scenic Reserve. An alternative is Kerikeri, which has the advantage of being on the trail should you want to leave gear. Mangawhai Camping - We have a basic cottage and tenting with toilet in our orchard at 11 Longview street, just off Molesworth Drive. From Te Paki Stream, you walk down the beach to Ahipara. The paddle from Paihia to Waikare takes between 3-4hr depending on weather conditions and fitness levels, and should only be done by persons with some experience. This 3km marked route crosses rolling pasture to Mangakaretu Road. Find walking maps and guidebooks, self guided walking holidays and hiking tours. Kaitaia is the most northern gateway town to Cape Reinga, servicing a population of approximately 5200. As it leaves Kerikeri Inlet Road the trail ascends gradually through young pines for 2.6 km to a road junction. From there, the track follows the river bank through a recently harvested area of the forest. Derek spikebowler@hotmail.com 0212 544 919 or 09 4027717. New Zealandâs Te Araroa Trail is the worldâs newest long-distance thru-hike. Walk steadily down the driveway and you'll be fine. Written by: McKenzie Barney. You walk over a highpoint of 297m then past the Trig at 276m for magnificent views in every direction. another 6km past an airstrip on your left and occasional beehives tucked into the forest (just button up and walk gently past). Note: Toilets, cafe, phone, accommodation available at the Whāngārei Heads village and at Marsden Cove marina you will find a cafe, toilets and phone facilities. While passing over Scott Point, you will need to watch carefully for a quad motorbike track which veers right off the main 4WD track. To continue Te Araroa south from this point onwards, you'll need to get across the channel to Marsden Point. I've been journeying for 31 days now. This is a wildlife sanctuary with many migrant and wading birds, so please do not walk inside the fenced-off nesting areas. If planning to kayak to Waikare it is easier to launch from the Paihia beach. Pick ups are available for groups or singles $10.00, one way trip. Cottage (10% discount when you mention seeing them on the Te Araroa website), camping also available at $25 with outdoors shower. Just above the south end of Twilight Beach (12km from Cape Reinga) is a small campsite with toilet, water supply and a covered area - recommend stopping here, then planning to reach Maunganui Bluff (28km away) the following day. P: 432 8668 or 021 233 6748). Furthermore we offer walkers to pick them up of the trail and return them the next day, as we are about 4.5km away from the trail, on Helena Bay Hill. 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