Ohauiti: Bush Tracks, Floodplains and Open Grassland

Ohauiti: a destination walkway between bush and open spaces

The Ohauiti Reserve Walkway gives Ohauiti a tangible connection to nature. This destination walkway takes in bush tracks, floodplains and open grassland. Its appeal lies in the contrast: bush tracks and open grassland bring together different landscapes, while the floodplains add to the character of the route. If you enjoy experiencing landscapes on foot, the walkway offers a clear local point of reference. This means you can include Ohauiti in your travel plans not only by its name, but also as a destination with a specific natural attraction.

Access points to the Ohauiti Reserve Walkway are McFetridge Lane and Rowesdale Drive; Rowesdale Drive is off Ohauiti Road. These two names can help you find your way to the track. Your plans now have both a nature focus and specific reference points to help you orient yourself.

When looking for a hotel in Ohauiti, you can use the Reserve Walkway as a local point of reference: consider whether the landscape along the walkway is one of the experiences you want to shape your stay. Choosing accommodation in Ohauiti and selecting other destinations in the wider travel region are two separate decisions.

More experiences in the Western Bay of Plenty District

In the wider Western Bay of Plenty District, travel interests include not only Ohauiti’s natural setting but also art, coastal scenery and artisan food. The following examples lead to distinct experiences in Katikati and at Orokawa Bay, each with a different focus.

The Katikati Town Centre walkway starts at Haiku Park and follows paths where haiku verses are engraved in rocks and in the paving. It runs alongside the Uretara Stream, crosses a footbridge to Uretara Landing, then continues along the main road to murals and other artworks in the town centre. The walkway brings together poetry, a path beside the stream and art in the town centre. Individual installations may change, but the combination of these art forms shapes the experience of the walkway.

The Orokawa Bay Walk offers a different kind of landscape. It starts at the northern end of Waihī Beach and crosses the coastal headlands to Orokawa Bay. The walking time is about 45 minutes each way. The track passes through dense bush with pōhutukawa, kauri and puriri trees, as well as native nīkau palms. Orokawa Bay is part of a 145-hectare scenic reserve. Tides and swell affect access on this coastal walk; factor these conditions into your plans. The approximate walking time and access conditions are two separate points to consider when planning the walk.

The Katikati Cuisine Trail focuses on local artisan food producers: visitors can meet them and sample their products on site. This regional offering complements the landscape and art experiences with encounters with food producers. Individual producers and offerings may change; check before your visit to see which encounters and tastings are available then.

If you are considering Ohauiti as a place to stay, the Reserve Walkway is a specific point of reference for the nature focus of your trip. If you would rather focus your plans on art, coastal scenery or local food, also consider Katikati and Orokawa Bay as distinct destinations in the Western Bay of Plenty District.

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