Te Matua Ngahere
Family-friendly walks in Northland
Introduction
These shorter, interesting walks are great options for children in Northland.-
![Taumarumaru Scenic Reserve Walk]( "Taumarumaru Scenic Reserve Walk")
PopularTaumarumaru Scenic Reserve Walk
This short walk features great views and access to a small beach - with a pa site to explore as well this easy walk is a great option for children.Duration 40 minDifficulty Easiest -
![Signal Station Track]( "Signal Station Track")
PopularSignal Station Track
Enjoy spectacular views of the harbour and coastline on this short easy walk that’s suitable for children.Duration 15 min one wayDifficulty Easiest -
![Waro Limestone Scenic Reserve Walk]( "Waro Limestone Scenic Reserve Walk")
Waro Limestone Scenic Reserve Walk
Walk around spectacular limestone formations - this is a good option for kids with open grassland for exploring as well.Duration 20 minDifficulty Easy -
![Tutukaka Head tracks]( "Tutukaka Head tracks")
Tutukaka Head tracks
This short, easy walk leads to the coast and a lighthouse - it's a great option for kids.Duration 1 hrDifficulty Easy -
![Ruapekapeka Pā Track]( "Ruapekapeka Pā Track")
PopularRuapekapeka Pā Track
Explore New Zealand's history on this short, easy walk that's suitable for buggies.Duration 30 minDifficulty Easiest -
![Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway]( "Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway")
Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway
This walk goes from the shoreline to the clifftops. You'll get to see remarkable views up and down the coast and to off-shore islands. It also gives you an opportunity to see passing whales and schools of shark.Duration 2-3 hrDifficulty Easy -
![Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua Lighthouse Walk]( "Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua Lighthouse Walk")
PopularCape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua Lighthouse Walk
Enjoy outstanding panoramic views and pay respect to a site steeped in Māori tradition on a short stroll to an iconic lighthouse – it's suitable for children and buggies.Duration 10 minDifficulty Easiest -
![Lake Ngatu Track]( "Lake Ngatu Track")
PopularLake Ngatu Track
Enjoy an easy walk with the family around Lake Ngatu - a freshwater dune lake and recreation reserve. The lake is popular with water sport enthusiasts, day visitors, and locals.Duration 1 hrDifficulty Easy -
![Four Sisters Walk]( "Four Sisters Walk")
PopularFour Sisters Walk
This walk is temporarily closed to protect it from kauri dieback disease.Duration 10 minDifficulty Easiest -
![Yakas Walk]( "Yakas Walk")
PopularYakas Walk
Closed until further notice to prevent the spread of kauri dieback.Duration 1 hr 20 min returnDifficulty Easiest -
![Te Matua Ngahere Walk]( "Te Matua Ngahere Walk")
PopularTe Matua Ngahere Walk
View the second largest living kauri in New Zealand, Te Matua Ngahere - it's a good option for kids.Duration 20 min one wayDifficulty Easiest -
![Tāne Mahuta Walk]( "Tāne Mahuta Walk")
PopularTāne Mahuta Walk
Visit New Zealand's largest known living kauri tree, Tāne Mahuta on this short, easy walk suitable for buggies and children.Duration 5 min one wayDifficulty Easiest -
![Mount Manaia Track]( "Mount Manaia Track")
Mount Manaia Track
A steady climb through regenerating native bush to the summit of Mount Manaia rewards you with breath-taking views of the dramatic entrance to Whangārei-Terenga-Paraoa (Whangārei Harbour).Duration 2 hrDifficulty Easy -
![Smugglers Bay Loop Track]( "Smugglers Bay Loop Track")
PopularSmugglers Bay Loop Track
With coastal forest, spectacular views and WWII gun emplacements as well - there is plenty to keep kids interested on this short, easy walk.Duration 1 hr 30 minDifficulty Easy -
![Nancy Fladgate Track]( "Nancy Fladgate Track")
PopularNancy Fladgate Track
This pleasant, easy walk is a chance for children to explore the bush and the shore.Duration 15 minDifficulty Easy -
![Manginangina Kauri Walk]( "Manginangina Kauri Walk")
PopularManginangina Kauri Walk
Kids of all ages will be in awe of the towering kauri trees on this easy, short walk - the boardwalk allows for buggies.Duration 15 minDifficulty Easiest -
![Akeake Historic Reserve Track]( "Akeake Historic Reserve Track")
PopularAkeake Historic Reserve Track
The track starts from Opito Bay and splits into a series of short, easy walks - visit a small beach in the Te Puna Inlet and a pa site on Tareha Point.Duration 15-30 min one wayDifficulty Easy -
![Kororipo Pā Historic Walk]( "Kororipo Pā Historic Walk")
PopularKororipo Pā Historic Walk
Walk in the footsteps of chief Hongi Hika and early missionaries to Kororipo Pā – this short, easy walk is suitable for children.Duration 20 minDifficulty Easy -
![Marsden Cross Track]( "Marsden Cross Track")
Marsden Cross Track
This walk, suitable for kids, leads across farmland to the site of the first mission settlement in New Zealand.Duration 40 minDifficulty Easy -
![Rainbow Falls Walk]( "Rainbow Falls Walk")
PopularRainbow Falls Walk
This short, easy walk suitable for buggies, leads to the stunning Rainbow Falls on the Kerikeri River.Duration 10 min one wayDifficulty Easiest -
![Kerikeri River Track]( "Kerikeri River Track")
PopularKerikeri River Track
Follow the bank of the Kerikeri River through regenerating forest and discover the remains of an historic power house, and Wharepuke and Rainbow Falls - it's a great option for walking children.Duration 1 hr 30 minDifficulty Easy -
![Hongi Hika Walk]( "Hongi Hika Walk")
PopularHongi Hika Walk
This short, easy walk passes through regenerating native forest to Kororipo pā - it's a great option for children to explore the heritage of early Maori/European settlement.Duration 1 hrDifficulty Easy -
![Urupukapuka Island Walk]( "Urupukapuka Island Walk")
Urupukapuka Island Walk
This walk around Urupukupuka Island features great views - it's suitable for older children.Duration 5 hrDifficulty Easy
