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Mountains of Whangārei Heads.
Whangārei Heads area

Located in the Northland region

Enjoy spectacular coastal views on the tracks in the Whangārei Heads area. Access World War II and historic Māori sites.

Explore Bream Head Scenic Reserve on walks from 1 hr 30 min to 5-6 hr - it's one New Zealand’s premier coastal forest reserves, and is culturally and historically significant.

Whangārei Heads is 27 km south east of Whangārei. Leave Whangārei on Riverside Drive and continue onto Onerahi Rd. At the roundabout turn onto Whangārei Heads Rd.

Vehicle restricted areas on beaches

Rules for vehicle access on beaches has changed in several place around Northland/ Te Tai Tokerau. This means you can no longer drive on the beach in some places in this area. See Northland Regional Council’s website for more information and a map of where vehicles are not allowed.