One of our great walks on this year's walking weekend captured by Denise Guy (click on imaget to see next one) [ngg_images source="galleries" container_ids="9" display_type="photocrati-nextgen_basic_slideshow" gallery_width="600" gallery_height="400" cycle_effect="fade" cycle_interval="10" … [Read more...]
Learn to Surf – NEW this year
SATURDAY GRADE 3 - max 20 people : Learn about the history of surfing at Mangawhai, the origins of surf lifesaving and how surfing has grown to be a large part of local life. Aotearoa Surf’s beginner surf experience which will teach you everything from beach safety, reading the ocean, … [Read more...]
Mangawhai Cliff Top Walk – the best of Mangawhai
Listed as one of New Zealand’s ‘14 Great Short Walks’ and part of the national Te Araroa Trail, this iconic walk takes you along the spectacular cliff tops north of Mangawhai Heads beach. From the Surf Club, enjoy an easy wander along the beach as you 'warm-up', ready for the steep stepped climb to … [Read more...]
Tanekaha Falls/Puriri Track
This spectacular loop walk combines the Tanekaha Falls Track as far as the remains of the kauri dam with our newest Puriri Track, which winds back along the valley side until it re-joins the Falls Track just below the first waterfall. The Puriri Track includes two very large puriri trees, one of … [Read more...]
Waipu Coastal Trail
Waipu at its best - a fabulous coastal walk! Built by the Lions Club and beginning at the Waipu Cove tidal stream, this magical track takes us along the coast almost into Lang’s Beach. A portion covers private ‘riparian rights’ along the esplanade reserve. To avoid disturbing the natural … [Read more...]
Bold Bald Rock
From the road, Bald Rock looks like a huge sphere beckoning passing walkers. Take the two kilometre climb up this distinctive outcrop to experience 360 degree panoramic views from the Kaipara Harbour to Mangawhai. Read More One of the great walks on offer at Mangawhai Walking Weekend 24-26 … [Read more...]
Puriri Track
The Mangawhai Tracks Trust has announced the completion of a new walking track as part of the Tanekaha complex just off King Road in Mangawhai. These walks can be walked all year. The Puriri Track branches off the Falls Track just before the first waterfall and is well … [Read more...]