Okitu Bush Scenic Reserve Walk
WalkGisborneOpen
- Grade
- Easiest
- Walking time
- 30 min
- Route
- Loop
- 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 Okitu Scenic Reserve is located on SH35, about 8 km east of central Gisborne, at the northern end of Wainui Beach. There is a small car park adjacent to the reserve which is near the base of Makorori Point.
As the reserve is right on the edge of SH35, care should be taken driving in and out of the car park, as traffic may appear with little warning. Visitors are also advised to stand clear of the road and to supervise children while in the car park.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Topo map: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. 38.66409° S, 178.10067° E
About this place
This easy track through native bush has creeks for kids to explore and a grassy picnic area close to the car park - it's a great option for families.
The route
There is a loop track through the reserve, which crosses over three small foot bridges and takes between 20-30 minutes to complete. There is also a lookout platform in the reserve, from which there is a good view of Wainui Beach and the surrounding hills. There is a grassy picnic area close to the car park with several picnic tables and plenty of room to spread out. The track is well formed and graded and suitable for all age groups and levels of fitness.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Nearby stops
Makorori Carpark
Gisborne • 1.1 km
Tatapouri Holiday Park
Gisborne • 4.3 km
Tatapouri Holiday Park is a campsite located in the Gisborne region. The provided records do not include specific details regarding its facilities or amenities.
Kaiti Beach
Gisborne • 6.3 km
Kaiti Beach is on Kaiti Beach Road in Kaiti.
Te Papa Puninga
Gisborne • 6.4 km
Te Papa Puninga is a campsite located in the Gisborne region. No further details about facilities or amenities are available in the provided records.
Waikanae Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
Gisborne • 7.1 km
Waikanae Beach Top 10 Holiday Park is a campsite located in the Gisborne region. It is situated on the Waikanae Beach, offering a coastal setting for visitors.
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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).
- DOC Tracks & Trails · CC BY 4.0Data sourced from the Department of Conservation (DOC), New Zealand.