Pouto brochure
Tracks & walks on the Kauri Coast
Three clear, blue, rain-fed dune lakes, with no rivers or streams flowing in or out, and white sand beaches surrounded by gumland and wetland. Location: Located 35 km north of Dargaville.
Learn where in the Kauri Coast area you can take your dog. Some require a permit, others your dog needs to be to be on a leash and some they can run free. Please follow the guidelines. Location: Various locations around the Kauri Coast.
Known for its extensive dune systems, the Pouto Peninsula also includes vast areas of wetlands and bush. It's also home to several threatened species, including the New Zealand dotterel. Location: The Pouto Peninsula is located at the entrance of the Kaipara Harbour, south of Dargaville on the west coast of Northland.
DOC's first Mainland Island in Northland, Trounson Kauri Park is a 586-hectare reserve featuring an impressive stand of kauri trees. Alert: Track upgrade operations from 1 June to mid August 2012. Location: Trounson Kauri Park is located in western Northland, 40-km north of Dargaville.
Waipoua, and the adjoining forests of Mataraua and Waima, make up the largest remaining tract of native forest in Northland. Alert: Kauri dieback has been found at Waipoua forest. Location: Waipoua Forest lies on Northland's west coast, between Dargaville and Omapere.
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New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres
Stop the spread of didymo Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.
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
Tips for driving on unsealed roads
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