A reasonable level of fitness and experience is required for this walk.
Follow an ancient Maori trail from Urquharts Bay to Ocean Beach, in Bream Head Scenic Reserve.
Te Whara Track begins sharply with a steep walk to the ridgeline. However, once there, the trail becomes more gentle as you make your way through some of the best coastal forests in the North Island.
At the Te Whara/Bream Head summit, hikers are greeted with panoramic views that stretch from Cape Brett (Motukokako) in the north to Cape Rodney (Tāwharanui) in the south. On a clear day, the region's offshore islands litter the skyline. Near the summit are the remains of a WWII radar station.
Track conditions often change. Be prepared by checking with the Department of Conservation before you go.
Alternative routes:
Getting there:
You can walk this trail in both directions
Need to know
Bream Head environment is currently undergoing restoration including a re-vegetation programme, weed and pest control.
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