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Rawene Mangrove Boardwalk

Kaikohe · Northland · Out & Back

↑ 3 m gain↓ 3 m descenthigh 6 msteepest 1 %
DISTANCE1.3 km
ASCENT7 m
DURATION0.5–1 hr
STEEPEST1 %
ROUTEOut & Back
RATING · HIKERS 4.1 · 12
DOG EFFORT1.2 /5 paws
PARKING50 m away
Nearest emergency vetMaunu Road Vet Clinic (Northland Veterinary Group) - 24/7 after-hours, Whangarei~95 min drive · 24/7
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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 shadeGood with kids

About Rawene Mangrove Boardwalk

Rawene Mangrove Boardwalk covers 1.3 km, near Kaikohe in Northland, walked as an out-and-back.

Expect easy going, with around 7 m of climb, pitching up to 1 % at its steepest, and takes about 0.5–1 hr to walk.

Walkers come for beach walking, native forest, and big views. Dogs are welcome here on the lead. Hikers rate it 4.1 / 5 across 12 reviews.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Rawene Mangrove Boardwalk?

Dogs are welcome on Rawene Mangrove Boardwalk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Rawene Mangrove Boardwalk?

Rawene Mangrove Boardwalk is 1.3 km with roughly 7 m of climb and takes about 0.5–1 hr.

Is there water for my dog to swim on Rawene Mangrove Boardwalk?

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.

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