Scenic Reserve & Loop Track

Hakea is settled amongst Pakoka Scenic Reserve on the North side of Aotea Harbour. Discover ecological and historical significance, native species, and a short loop track to a private inlet.

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Ecological & Historical

A home for native species

The reserve is in the second generation of the regeneration process, covered with many natives including kanuka, kowhai, rewarewa, tanekaha, rimu, totara, miro, nikau and ponga.

The Karetoto inlet was used by both Māori and European settlers, and historically, the land was known for its fertility and growing kumara. The inlet is a common nesting spot for land and shore birds, and sea creatures that enjoy muddy water.

KanukaKowhaiRewarewaTanekahaRimuTotaraMiroNikauPonga

Wildlife

Birds of the reserve

Keep an eye out for some of Aotearoa's treasured native birds as you explore the reserve.

Kereru

Piwakawaka

Tui

Ruru

Loop Track

A short walk into native forest

Only a short walk from the main dwellings, you will be surrounded by native forest and harbor views. Walk through trees, enjoy look-out points and jump into the private inlet of Karetoto. You can enjoy bird spotting and glowworms can be seen on the rocks by the creek at night.

Native forest

Lookout points

✦Glowworms

Walk, breathe, reconnect

Book your camping stay and explore the Pakoka Scenic Reserve and Hakea Loop Track at your own pace.

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