11 October 2026
Showers, possibly heavy, clearing in the afternoon with increasing fine spells. Periods of rain developing west of Tauranga late evening. Northerlies, turning westerly in the afternoon.
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1 / 7Orokawa Scenic Reserve
Homunga Bay from Ngatitangata Road
The track is a steep descent down to Homunga Bay from Ngatitiangata Road
Distance
2.2 km
Walking time
45-60 mins each way
Difficulty
Advanced
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
Homunga Bay Track partially closed
Weather outlook
Bay of Plenty forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 11:01 pm
12 October 2026
A few showers. Northwesterlies developing for a time in the afternoon and evening.
13 October 2026
A few showers. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
A few showers. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
15 October 2026
A few showers, some possibly heavy. Northwesterlies.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Homunga Bay from Ngatitangata Road on the map
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About Homunga Bay from Ngatitangata Road
The walk is steeply downhill for about 45 minutes, through farmland, then bush, to the beach. It is marked with poles. If travelling back up to where you started allow extra time as it is a very steep route.
Getting there for Homunga Bay from Ngatitangata Road
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Helpful resources
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz . Level up in your outdoor knowledge with these interactive online learning tools: Trip Planning Tramping / field Skills Basic Navigation River Safety Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel .
Dog access for Homunga Bay from Ngatitangata Road
No dogs.
Before you walk Homunga Bay from Ngatitangata Road
Track information, access and weather can change. Confirm current alerts and land-manager information close to departure, tell someone your plans, and carry equipment appropriate for the route and conditions.