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Gerald Crapp Reserve Walk

Omokoroa · Bay of Plenty · Out & Back

↑ 25 m gain↓ 25 m descenthigh 25 msteepest 18 %
DISTANCE1.6 km
ASCENT25 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST18 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.2 · 10
DOG EFFORT2.1 /5 paws
PARKING10 m away
DirectionsApple MapsForecast at the trailheadDownload GPXSend the start point to your phone
Nearest emergency vetBay After Hours Veterinary Hospital (BAHVET), Tauranga~15 min drive · after-hours (nights+weekends)
07 220 9775
The route

Good to know

On the lead here. Keep it to two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds, as on most NZ tracks.

Beach swimForest shadePaw-friendly sealed surfaceGood with kids

About Gerald Crapp Reserve Walk

This short track follows 1.6 km as an out-and-back, near Omokoroa in Bay of Plenty.

Expect easy going, with around 25 m of climb, pitching up to 18 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

The track takes in beach walking, native forest, and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.2 / 5 across 10 reviews.

Stay nearby

Dog-friendly DOC campsites close to the trailhead, sort out the sleep, then walk.

Stay & walk

Dickey Flat Campsite

34.5 km awayCampsite details →
Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Gerald Crapp Reserve Walk?

Dogs are welcome on Gerald Crapp Reserve Walk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Gerald Crapp Reserve Walk?

Gerald Crapp Reserve Walk is 1.6 km with roughly 25 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Gerald Crapp Reserve Walk?

Yes, the track has beach access where a dog can cool off. In warm months check the LAWA water quality map for toxic algae warnings first.

Are there dog-friendly campsites near Gerald Crapp Reserve Walk?

Yes. The closest is Dickey Flat Campsite, about 34 km away, and the track page lists more under Stay nearby. Every campsite shows its dog rules.

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