11 October 2026
Fine, apart from showers before dawn, then some cloud in the west from afternoon. Northerlies changing westerly in the morning, dying out early evening.
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1 / 4Hokianga Heads area
Waimamaku Coastal Track
Discover wide open beaches and rocky headlands on the rugged coastline between the Hokianga Harbour and the majestic Waimamaku River.
Distance
10.1 km
Walking time
4 hr
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 10 Oct 2026, 11:01 pm
12 October 2026
Partly cloudy. Westerlies.
13 October 2026
Partly cloudy, with isolated showers in the afternoon and evening. Northwesterlies.
14 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers developing in the morning. Northwesterlies.
15 October 2026
Occasional rain, clearing. Northerlies, turning westerly.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Essential information for Waimamaku Coastal Track
The track crosses private land. Follow the orange markers and stick to the track. When walking on the beach, walk on the intertidal zone, i.e wet sand This track is exposed and subject to the elements Check the weather forecast and tide charts before heading out, as some areas might be impassable at hide tide No dogs are allowed
Getting there for Waimamaku Coastal Track
The track is located just north of the Waipoua Forest and on the western flank of the Hokianga Harbour. From Omapere township, start heading up the hill on State Highway 12. The track will be on the right. Look out for traffic coming down the hill. There is plenty of parking in the carpark. Use this location in Google Maps to find your way there. The track ends on Waimamaku Beach Road, 10 km south of Omapere, off SH12, so you'll need to arrange for someone to pick you up if you intend to walk the full track. 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 Waimamaku Coastal Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Waimamaku Coastal 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.