09 October 2026
Fine, apart from areas of morning fog, then some afternoon cloud with the chance of a shower to the west. Light winds and sea breezes.
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1 / 9Bream Head Scenic Reserve
Peach Cove Track
The 3-hour return walk along the Peach Cove Track requires skill and a reasonable level of fitness. The track has several steep climbs before it drops down to Peach Cove’s sandy beach.
Distance
5.7 km
Walking time
3 hr return
Difficulty
Easy
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Northland forecast
Issued 8 Oct 2026, 11:01 pm
10 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers. Northeasterlies.
11 October 2026
Showers, some heavy, becoming isolated with longer fine breaks in the morning. Northerlies, turning westerly in the morning.
12 October 2026
Occasional rain clearing in the afternoon but remaining cloudy. Westerlies, dying out in the evening.
13 October 2026
A few showers. Light winds.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Peach Cove Track on the map
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About Peach Cove Track
Start at the Peach Cove car park (1 km before Ocean Beach).The track runs up one side of Bream Head Ridge and drops down the other side into Peach Cove, a pretty little sandy beach. This track has lots of steep and narrow steps and is recommended for people who are reasonably fit and agile.
Essential information for Peach Cove Track
Carry plenty of drinking water Clean shoes and gear at the cleaning station to help protect our Kauri trees The rocky outcrops have steep drop offs so keep kids close by
Huts and campsites
This track leads to Peach Cove Hut .
Getting there for Peach Cove Track
The start of Peach Cove Track is signposted on the right about 4 km along Ocean Beach road. Park just inside the entrance way as this access is a private driveway. Use this location on Google Maps to help 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 Peach Cove Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Peach Cove 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.