Lake Ohia Gumholes Reserve Walk
WalkNorthlandOpen
- Grade
- Easy
- Walking time
- 10 min
- Route
- Return
- Dogs
- DOC permit only
Getting there
We have not checked a road end or car park for this place yet, so we do not give driving directions to it. Check how to get there before you go. Some routes cross private land and need the landowner's permission.
How to get there, on doc.govt.nzLake Ohia is located on the Karikari Peninsula, about 41 km northeast of Kaitaia.
From Kaitaia, head north on SH1 until you reach Awanui, then turn right onto SH10. Continue on SH10 for 14.6 km, then turn left onto Inland Road and follow for 2 km. The Gumhole Reserve is signposted on your right, at a small roadside parking area.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Topo map: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. 34.96676° S, 173.38083° E
About this place
This short easy walk takes you through manuka scrub passing a series of excavated gumholes. A historical outing suitable for families.
The route
This short walk is metalled and connected with boardwalks. It loops through manuka scrub growing close to the track. The walk passes a series of holes excavated by gum diggers. It's an ideal place to take the family on a historical outing. This site has multiple tables and shady areas, a perfect setting for a picnic.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
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Sources
- DOC Tracks & Trails · CC BY 4.0Data sourced from the Department of Conservation (DOC), New Zealand.
- DOC Tracks (API) · CC BY 4.0Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai. Data sourced from the DOC Developer Portal (api.doc.govt.nz).