Motutara Recreation Reserve Walk
WalkNorthland
- Grade
- Easy
- Walking time
- 1 hr 40 min
- Distance
- 3.4 km
- Dogs
- No dogs
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.nzThe start of the Motutara Recreation Reserve is in the Whananaki village on the east coast, halfway between Russell and Whangārei (40 km north east from Whangārei). It is signposted from Rockell Bay Road and begins at the base of the hill in the village.
Take care, as there is limited roadside parking.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Topo map: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. 35.51149° S, 174.47213° E
About this place
The Motutara Recreation Reserve lies halfway between Russell and Whangārei. At the reserve you’ll find several small beaches and some good fishing and diving spots.
The route
This is an enjoyable and easy short walk across open farm land, from where you can take in lovely coastal scenery. The first section of this track passes through private farmland and a campground before entering the reserve. Stay on the track. Once in the reserve you can wander in any direction you like. Out on the headland there are several small secluded beaches, and some good fishing and diving spots.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Nearby stops
Motutara Farm Campsite
Northland • 0.8 km
Whananaki Holiday Park
Northland • 1.7 km
Otamure Bay (Whananaki) Campsite
Standard • Northland • 2.3 km
Otamure Bay (Whananaki) Campsite is a beach-front campsite in Northland. Large pōhutukawa trees provide shade, and the site offers direct access to the beach…
Boat launching • Non-powered/tent sites • Shelter for cooking
Waikahoa Bay Campsite
Standard • Northland • 9.4 km
Waikahoa Bay Campsite is a campsite in Northland located beside a sandy beach among pōhutukawa trees. It offers a suitable setting for water activities.
Non-powered/tent sites • Shower - cold • Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Tutukaka Holiday Park
Northland • 11.6 km
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Morepork Track
Advanced • 2 hr • 4.2 km • 8.07 km away
Tohumoana Lookout Track
Easy • 1 hr 30 min - 2 hr return • 4 km • 9.15 km away
Peninsula Loop Walk
Easy • 1 hr 30 min - 2 hr • 4.5 km • 9.65 km away
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Sources
- 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).