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Kauri Stump Walk

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Track location map

Puketi and Omahuta forests brochure

Track category

Time:

2 min

Distance:

70 m

Description

This is a two-minute easy path to a stump and head of one of the largest kauri ever felled in the forest.

Getting there

Puketi and Omahuta forests are easily accessible from the Hokianga Harbour and the Bay of Islands. You can access the Kauri Stump Walk from SH1. It is signposted a few kilometres south of Mangamuka Bridge. Please drive carefully on Omahuta Sanctuary Road - it is very narrow in places. Keep to the main road as side roads often deteriorate quickly.

Places to stay

Puketi Recreation Area

This is a standard campsite in the Bay of Islands area.

Puketi Forest Hut

Set in the Puketi Recreation area of the Puketi-Omahuta Forest, one of the largest continuous tracts of native forest in Northland. You need to book this hut.

Puketi cabins

Puketi cabins are nestled in a forest alive with the calls of native birds. There are good short walks in the area and mountain biking opportunities on former logging roads. A large grass area in front of the cabins is ideal for group activities.

About the area

Puketi & Omahuta forests

Podocarps and Kauri are home to many rare native birds in Northland's Puketi and Omahuta forests.The forests provide a range of walking, tramping and camping opportunities.

Plan and prepare

Please drive carefully on Omahuta Sanctuary Road - it is very narrow in places.

Carry warm, waterproof clothing, and food and drink, even on short walks. Stout shoes or walking boots are advisable.

No dogs or fires due to risks to wildlife.

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Publications

Easy access walks - North Island
Easy access walks - South Island

Weather

Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

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Track category definitions

Plan and prepare for your trip

The Great Walks

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Kauri dieback disease is attacking kauri trees in Northland. Find out how to stop it spreading.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Alerts for Northland tracks

Tips for driving on unsealed roads

Contacts

Bay of Islands Area Office
Phone:	+64 9 407 0300

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