Places to Visit
Walks Nearby

Orokawa Bay, Waihi Beach
1.5hrs return, Easy
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Walk the coast and bush line from Waihi Beach to the next bay. Best enjoyed with a picnic!

William Wright Falls, Waihi Beach
4.5hrs return, Experienced
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This walk follows the river into the bush where you are greeted by an amazing double level waterfall. Hiking boots and packs recommended

Homunga Bay, Waihi Beach
4.5hrs return, Easy to Moderate

Karangahake Gorge
Various walks available 15min to full day walks. Easy to Moderate

Bowentown Heads
10min, Easy/Steep.
This former pa site showcases magnificent views from Waihi Beach to Mount Maunganui

Haiku Walkway, Katikati
The Katikati Haiku Path was a dream of a poet living in Katikati, Catherine Mair.
She sought the permission of famous poets worldwide to hand chisel their work into river stones.

Mount Eliza Mine Walk, Katikati
1hr 30min Return, Moderate
Visit the Mt Eliza Mine entrance from the Thompson's Track starting point.