Short Walks
Whakatane has some great short walks for those who just want a bit of a stroll.
Whakatane GardensThe gardens comprises rose gardens, a formal entrance, scented garden and areas for bulbs, shrubs and perennials. Read more »Send enquiry to i-SITE Add to my Favourites |
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Whakatane River WalkThe major historic and scenic features of the town are included in this interesting and easy walk, which follows the river to the Whakatane Heads. Read more »Send enquiry to i-SITE Add to my Favourites |
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Tauwhare PaThe walk around Tauwhare is an opportunity to learn something of the district’s history and enjoy brilliant views of Ohakana Island, Port Ohope & the East Cape Read more »Send enquiry to i-SITE Add to my Favourites |
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Whakatane Heritage TrailScenic & informative walks around historic sites, many of which are located in central Whakatane. Each site has a plaque detailing its history & significance. Read more »Send enquiry to i-SITE Add to my Favourites |
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Puketapu Lookout and Papaka RedoubtEnjoy superb views of islands and plains from the Puketapu Lookout walk, while the Papaka Redoubt is also the site of an ancient Maori fortification Read more »Send enquiry to i-SITE Add to my Favourites |
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Latham's Hill TrackWalk over rolling farmland which leads up to native bush and a trig station where you can enjoy superb views over the Rangitaiki Plains. Read more »Send enquiry to i-SITE Add to my Favourites |
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White Pine BushThis 4.5 hectare reserve includes a wheelchair walkway into the heart of the reserve and a school nature trail. Read more »Send enquiry to i-SITE Add to my Favourites |
River Edge ParkRiver Edge Park is a rich, diverse and detailed riverside park. Read more »Send enquiry to i-SITE Add to my Favourites |
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Wairaka ParkThe central area of the park is a popular family area with a playground, and a small beach with a swimming area that is separated from the main river by a rock wall. Read more »Send enquiry to i-SITE Add to my Favourites |
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The PromenadeOtuawhaki and The Promenade were originally part of the first waterfront 'development' of the town in the earliest European settlement era. Read more »Send enquiry to i-SITE Add to my Favourites |
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No crowds!
The population of Whakatane/Ohope is 17,000. Around 32,000 people live across the wider district.Movie time!
Opotiki is just 45 minutes’ drive from Whakatane. Check out the town's historic De Luxe Theatre and Shalfoon & Francis stores, which have been restored to their early-20th century grandeur. More: www.opotikinz.comWhoooom-whoooom!
Some nights, kiwi can be heard as they roam the hills, under 10km from Whakatane town centre.What a scorcher!
In 2010, Whakatane was the sunniest spot in the whole of New Zealand! Whakatane scores the country’s hottest temperature around 55 days a year. Summer daytime temperatures generally reach 20-25°C.Zip on down!
Whakatane is under five hours’ drive from Auckland, and just 90 minutes from Rotorua.No crowds!
The population of Whakatane/Ohope is 17,000. Around 32,000 people live across the wider district.Movie time!
Opotiki is just 45 minutes’ drive from Whakatane. Check out the town's historic De Luxe Theatre and Shalfoon & Francis stores, which have been restored to their early-20th century grandeur. More: www.opotikinz.comWhoooom-whoooom!
Some nights, kiwi can be heard as they roam the hills, under 10km from Whakatane town centre.What a scorcher!
In 2010, Whakatane was the sunniest spot in the whole of New Zealand! Whakatane scores the country’s hottest temperature around 55 days a year. Summer daytime temperatures generally reach 20-25°C.Zip on down!
Whakatane is under five hours’ drive from Auckland, and just 90 minutes from Rotorua.
