Public Art Trail

A downstream run on the Rangitāiki River from the power station at the base of Lake Aniwaniwa towards Lake Matahina.

Paddle out through the waves to Ōtarawairere Beach, a stunning spot, with craggy rocky outcrops pushing out into the sea.

Ready for whitewater fun? If you’ve got play boats, slalom kayaks, or maybe a couple of old car inner tubes, you’ll have a great time in Kawerau.

Nestled in the heart of an enthralling kahikatea forest, the White Pine Bush Road loop is perfect for families.

The Fairbrother Loop Walk is the first portion of the Ōhope Scenic Reserve.

This path for cyclists and walkers alike is a gentle amble for all ages and abilities along the shoreline of one of NZ’s most unspoiled estuaries, Ōhiwa Harbour. 

This easy loop track follows the Whirinaki River through superb podocarp forest with many excellent vantage points of the river.

Follow an interesting Historic Trail around through the town centre and along the river bank.