Tamaterau Coastal walkway

Signage for Devonshire Park at the start of the Tamaterau walkway.

This short coastal walk follows a trail of mature pōhutukawa trees as it hugs the rocky harbour coastline, with views toward the upper harbour. 

It has some surfaced and some mown grass parts and is easily accessible under most weather conditions. 

Parking 

There is a public car park at the far end of the beach, that gives access to the Devonshire Reserve and the start of the track.

What to expect

  • A good walking surface which will suit many less able visitors, but there is a gradient when leaving the car park.
  • This is a gentle, peaceful walk with good facilities, including toilets.

There may be some known and potential hazards that users should be aware of and avoid.

Known hazards in caves and on Council reserves

Tamaterau to Scott Road walkway

Grade:        1
Time:          15 minutes (one-way)
Distance:    500 metres

The walkway begins behind the ‘Devonshire Reserve’ sign in the car park at Tamaterau. 

After an initial short rise, the surfaced path levels to follow the coast under the canopy of mature pohutukawa trees. 

Half way along, the walkway opens to become a wider, mown grass reserve. It ends at the attractive boat ramp, at the end of Scott Road.

Easy gravel coastal path at Tamaterau.

Location

644 Whangarei Heads Road, Tamaterau, Whangārei 0174  View Map

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Features

  • Dogs allowed on-leash
  • Shaded areas
  • Toilets
  • Walks - paved

Trail grades

1 - A well made path with easy access for most people including families.  

2 - A short walk generally on well made path but may include steeper sections.  

3 - A longer walking track usually well made including steps and more suitable for people with reasonable fitness.

Information and maps

Tamaterau coastal walkway map(PDF, 141KB)

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