New Zealand outdoor region

Outdoor activities in Hawke’s Bay

Compare Hawke’s Bay walking tracks, dog-friendly options, huts, campsites and fishing spots across coast, ranges and river country. Use this guide to compare the available outdoor categories before opening a place for more detailed trip information.

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Walk and tramp

Walking tracks in Hawke’s Bay

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Bring your dog

Dog-friendly walks in Hawke’s Bay

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Stay overnight

Backcountry huts in Hawke’s Bay

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Camp nearby

Campsites in Hawke’s Bay

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Find the water

Fishing access points in Hawke’s Bay

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Plan for local conditions

Weather and river conditions can differ sharply between the coast and the ranges, so use location-specific forecasts.

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Listings help build a shortlist, but weather, alerts, closures, bookings and access can change. Confirm current information with the relevant land manager and forecast provider.

Places to explore

Popular outdoor options in Hawke’s Bay

Walking tracks in Hawke’s Bay

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Ruahine Forest Park

Swamp Track

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Ruahine Forest Park

Yeoman's Track

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Ruahine Forest Park

Poutaki Track

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Dog-friendly walks in Hawke’s Bay

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Backcountry huts in Hawke’s Bay

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Hawke’s Bay

Mackintosh Hut

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Ngaawapurua Hut

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Otutu Hut

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Campsites in Hawke’s Bay

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Lawrence Campsite

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Everetts Campsite

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Glenfalls Campsite

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Fishing access points in Hawke’s Bay

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Mohaka River

Poronui Station

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(Designated Water)

Upper Rangitikei River

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Mohaka River Tributary

Te Hoe/Hautapu Rivers

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Planning questions

About outdoor activities in Hawke’s Bay

What outdoor activities can I find in Hawke’s Bay?

This regional guide links to available walking tracks, dog-friendly walks, backcountry huts, campsites, fishing access points in Hawke’s Bay. Open a category to compare current listings and individual place details.

How should I plan an outdoor trip in Hawke’s Bay?

Weather and river conditions can differ sharply between the coast and the ranges, so use location-specific forecasts. Check current forecasts, alerts, closures, access rules and bookings with the relevant land manager before leaving.

Are Hawke’s Bay outdoor listings always open?

No. Listings are useful for building a shortlist, but access, weather, closures, facilities and booking availability can change. Confirm the latest official information before travelling.