08 October 2026
Fine, apart from areas of morning fog, then some evening cloud. Light winds.
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1 / 24Whangārei Heads area
Mount Manaia Track
A steep 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).
Distance
4 km
Walking time
2 hr
Difficulty
Easy
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
Mount Manaia Track closure
Weather outlook
Northland forecast
Issued 7 Oct 2026, 11:01 pm
09 October 2026
Partly cloudy. Northeasterlies developing in the morning.
10 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers. Northeasterlies.
11 October 2026
A few showers clearing in the afternoon but remaining cloudy. Northwesterlies.
12 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers. Westerlies, dying out.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Essential information for Mount Manaia Track
The rocky lookout has no safety barriers, could be slippery in wet weather and is exposed to the elements Sturdy footwear is recommended No dogs are allowed
Kauri protection guide
Clean your footwear, tyres and equipment before and after visiting our kauri forests. If you are walking your dog, you should also make sure you clean their paws. Use cleaning stations every time you pass one while you are walking in a park. Stay on the tracks and keep off kauri roots. Stay away from closed tracks. Don't remove soil from, or bring soil into, areas with kauri trees.
Getting there for Mount Manaia Track
Head northeast on State Hwy 1. Turn right onto Rewa Rewa Rd (signs for Port Whangarei/Okara Park/Kauri Clock Factory). Turn right to stay on Whangarei Heads Rd (signs for McLeod Bay/Taurikura/Urquharts Bay/Ocean Beach). Use this location in Google Maps to find your way there.
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 . We recommend trying these 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 Mount Manaia Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Mount Manaia Track
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.