10 October 2026
Cloudy with the odd shower, then rain developing this evening, possibly heavy. Northeasterlies.
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Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) to Pandora
Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) to Pandora is closed due to storm damage.
This track is currently marked closed. Confirm the latest alert before travelling.
Distance
9.23 km
Walking time
3 hr
Difficulty
Easy
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
Eastern Te Paki track closures
Bookings not available
Pandora Track and Pandora Campsite closed
Weather outlook
Northland forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 4:55 pm
11 October 2026
Mainly fine with showers before dawn, possibly heavy. Turning partly cloudy in the afternoon with the chance of a shower. Northwesterlies.
12 October 2026
Cloud clearing and becoming fine in the morning. Northerlies, turning westerly before dawn.
13 October 2026
Partly cloudy, with showers in the afternoon. Westerlies developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
Isolated showers, with increasing cloudy periods. Northwesterlies.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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About Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) to Pandora
This 3 hour walk along beautiful Spirits Bay takes you to Pandora where you can stop to observe shore birds or camp for the night.
Essential preparation for Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) to Pandora
Sections of Te Paki Coastal Track are closed due to storm damage: Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) to Pandora Pandora to Tapotupotu Bay Tapotupotu to Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Waiura The open section of the Te Paki Coastal Track starts at Cape Reinga and ends at Te Paki Stream. Pandora campsite is closed. Tapotupotu, Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) and Twilight campsites are open.
Dog access for Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) to Pandora
No dogs
Before you walk Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) to Pandora
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.