Muriwai

Takapu Refuge Walk

Path

From carpark at Maukatia/Maori Bay, walk skirts around headland then descends to end of Muriwai Beach Access Road. Two short branch tracks lead to lookouts over gannet colony.

What to expect:

Paths will:

• have easy grades, with all-weather surfaces consisting of sealed, concrete or compacted gravel surfaces.
• be well sign-posted with directional signs at track entrances and junctions and have safety signs where required.

Paths may:

• have timber boardwalks and bridges over permanent waterways.
• have seats and viewing platforms at areas of interest.
• provide for limited mobility access at selected locations.

All paths should be suitable for people of most ages and fitness.

Distance:

0.8 km

Time:

0.5 hour

Wheelchair access:

No

Pram access:

No

Before you go:
Please read our advice for planning and enjoying your time in regional parks.

Security:
Theft from vehicles is not common but unfortunately can happen. You should take the same reasonable precautions you take when parking at other locations and remember to lock your vehicle and take your valuables with you.