Public Art Trail

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

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

Nga Tapuwae o Toi, or the ‘Footprints of Toi’, is a walking trail that captures the essence of the Whakatāne District.

Twist down a bush-clad valley south of Ōpōtiki. The river’s a treasure, with plenty of fun grade 1 and 2 paddling and awesome wilderness scenery.

Perfect for a family ride or walk on a flat, paved shared-use path that follows the riverbank.

Walk over rolling farmland which leads up to native bush and a trig station. There you can enjoy superb views over the Rangitāiki Plains.

The sparkling blue waters of Lake Matahina offers excellent family kayaking and is an ideal spot for training.

If you're keen for a simple family spin, go to Maraetotara in Ōhope. Ride up the unsealed Maraetotara Road into the bush-edged Burma Rd to the main Ōhope-Whakatāne highway.