Park activities
- Camping - backpack
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Dog walking with restrictions
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Dog walking with restrictions
All dogs must be on a lead at Karekare. Dogs are prohibited access to Whatipu beach via Karekare and from the beach area south of Karekare beach.
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Fishing
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Fishing
Remember that fishing on the west coast can be dangerous, waves are unpredictable. Always wear a lifejacket.
- Picnics
- Sightseeing
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Surfing
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Surfing
On a good day the surf can be great at Karekare. Like all adventure activities ensure you have assessed the potential risks and that the location is appropriate for your level of experience. The beach is not patrolled year round. For more information on surf conditions check www.surf.co.nz
- Swimming
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Walks (1 hour or more)
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Walks (1 hour or more)
For the more adventurous take one of the tracks that venture up the hill and be rewarded with views over the beach. See track details below.
- Walks (less than 1 hour)
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Wedding / civil union
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Wedding / civil union
Karekare is a popular spot for relationship ceremonies for good reason. Locations such as the Karekare Falls, North beach and the Glade are all stunning locations in their own right. A number of options also exist on private land. If you are thinking Karekare might be the spot for your day please call the Arataki Visitor Centre on (09) 817 0077 to discuss your requirements. The park is popular and early bookings are essential.
Tracks
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Ahu Ahu Track
1 hour / 2.2 km -
Buck Taylor Track
¾ hour / 1.8 km -
Cave Rock Track
¾ hour / 0.25 km -
Comans Track
1 hour / 1.4 km -
La Trobe Track
1 ½ hours / 3 km -
Mercer Bay Loop Walk
1 hour / 1.4 km -
Odlin Timber Track
2 hours / 2.8 km -
Pohutukawa Glade Walk
< ¼ hour / 0.5 km -
Taraire Track
½ hour / 0.9 km -
Zion Hill Track
1.3 hours / 3.6 km -
Zion Ridge Track
¾ hour / 1.4 km
