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18 Did you know The area was reputedly named by 19 Oke Puhimoanariki the captain of the legendary Bay

RAWHITI 16 15 waka Mataatua after searching for a long time 17 Old Whaling he found shelter from bad weather there tation Whangaruru means lsquosheltered harbourrsquo

in the Maori language Rawhiti Rd

14 Rawhiti 8KM Elliot Bay 13 Taupiri Bay

20 Caution Limited parking

BLAND BAY BAY OF I LAND Rawhiti Rd Bland Bay 8KM 12

Drivers Tip DOC Whangaruru Campground Manawaora Rd Keep an eye in the mirror North Rd

and let the locals pass 9 Whangarurusafely 10 Harbour

Rawhiti Rd 11 Kauri tree

Russell Rd walks 5Kempthorne Rd (unsealed)Jacks Bay OAKURA

Mimiwhangata7 6 Bay 8The unsealed section of Russell Rd

is uneven with loose gravel so is MimiwhangataPapakauri Rd Russell Forest Rdunsuitable for campervans 4

Russell Whakapara Rd and inexperienced drivers Paroa Bay Helena Ngahau Bay Rawhiti 31KM Oyster Farm 21 Bay Oakura 49KM Rd Helena Bay 54KM 2

Russell Rd RUSSELL 3

Webb Rd Unsealed Road Te Araroa Trail 23 Te Araroa Trail HELENATe Araroa Mimiwhangata 11KMTrail BAY Oakura 8KM

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Orongo Bay Russell formerly Waikare Rd Aucks Rd known as Kororareka

was the first BeautifulPompallier Mission 1OKIATO permanent European gardens

25 settlement and sea WAITANGI ite of port in New Zealand Drivers Tip

first capital Russell 8KM Please allow extra driving PAIHIA To Kawakawa Car Ferry time to slow down Russell Rd Paihia OPUA and enjoy the scenery through these beautiful

winding roads 12NORTHLAND Point of Interest Food Scenic views

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Cafe Iconic photo stopLandmark

Kaitaia Shop Loca favourite Paihia Hauai Trust Te Rawhiti

Pou Whenua markers for Helena Bay 19KMOakura 27KMPetro Station Donrsquot Miss Russell 73KM

Whangarei Route Fishing Charter Art Ga ery

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Follow these seemingly forgotten Must Dosroads as they wind through walks accommodation campsite (check 13 Taupiri Bay Water Taxi Explore Northlandrsquos coastal landscapes Take with DOC) The perfect picnic spot Secluded with shady pohutukawas A great way to explore islands or Get out of your car somewhere nice and your time and uncover the many a sandy beach and rock pools itrsquos connect to Russell Paihia or Deep head down a walking trail or down the hidden treasures along the way Oakura Bay another classic Northland beach Water Cove on the Cape Brett Track beach or on a low tide walk around theA popular holiday destination hideout Limited parking be safe

Te Uenga Bay rocks Seriously the coast and coastal Rich in history if this coastal route 6

especially for those into boating and when pulling off the main road A picturesque little bay in the Bay of native forest environments here arecould talk it would tell tales of early fishing Amenities include boat access

14 Islands offering a car park and beach amazing The more you look the moreElliot Bay Māori settlements colonial settlers fuel fish amp chips and a handy shop access yoursquoll seePerfect your sand castle making whalers and missionaries It could

7 Oakura Fish Dive amp Cruise technique at this beautiful surf Art also let slip tales of happy fishermen Paroa Bay Winery Fishing charters from the sheltered beach surrounded by private land Reveal the artist within yourself and and kiwi holiday makers that frequent Nestled in a beautiful setting Paroa Whangaruru Harbour can be with camping options create a masterpiece of your ownthis coast in modern times

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Bay Winery is a boutique vineyard customised for beginners through to perhaps in a notebook or in the sand onproducing traditional handmade Whangamumu Whalingexperts Best to pre-book before you the beach a dusty rear window even If sustainable wines Cellar door andBut you must discover and experience Station Walk arrive as they get busy not pop into the Helena Bay Gallery andthis journey for yourself it is not for us

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This whaling station was the luxury accommodation available see how great NZ artists have interpretedto give away one of Northlandrsquos best only one in the world that caught

8 Russell Forest walks Orongo Bay this unique environmentwhales with nets Nestled into onekept secrets Just be sure to have fun The beach has a long coastalIf you tire of beautiful sunny sandy of Northlandrsquos most picturesque

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Fresh air we wonrsquot tell anyone beaches sneak off to the peaceful boardwalk through mangroves

1 harbours a safe boat anchorage The secret to success on this journey is Russell Forest and lose yourself in Accommodation options including The Gallery amp Cafe Helena Bay Hill and only a one-hour walk from the all about taking your time This isnrsquot thenature There are stunning walks Holiday Park Hidden in the bush but surrounded road Access by private boat or the quickest route to and from the Bay of streams native trees birds and views by beautiful subtropical gardens Whangamumu Track on Rawhiti 23 Russell Historic Township Islands but it is arguably the best routeof the Bay of Islandsdiscover great art by leading New Road It is no secret that Russell (formerly Grab an ice cream find yourself a nice

Zealand artists in this unique gallery 9 Whangaruru Harbour known as Kororāreka) was once pohutukawa to sit under and simply relax

setting And donrsquot miss right next 16 Rawhiti referred to as the lsquohell hole ofThis sneaky harbour is quietly tucked

door the fully equipped cafe with deck Landmarks Northland has nineTe Rawhiti is a small beachfront the Pacificrsquo The first permanent away from the masses It offers peacefulviews making this the perfect stop to lsquoLandmarkrsquo sites that tell the stories ofsheltered water safe anchorage places town in the Bay of Islands and European settlement and sea port inrefresh regroup and restock Aotearoa New Zealand Two Landmarks to swim fish picnic and explore is a holiday haven with beautiful New Zealand The real secret is that

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10 beaches spectacular views sailing Russell after all these years retainsHelena Bay Te Mimiha Bay The Farm See wwwlandmarksconz for more info fishing and water sports Also charm character and warmth as a Heading north this is the first taste of A 1000 acre working dairy farm and starting point for the Cape Brett destinationthe coast a great sheltered swimming holiday base - bring your boats walkbeach with giant pohutukawas and a

24 Pompallier Mission boards bikes friends and horses or little carpark Situated in a beautiful waterfront

house cabin or tent build your own Cape Brett Walk simply use theirs Stay in the farm

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Get out on geographic limb the setting in Russell this French madeTeal Bay Ngawhai Bay wilderness camp Prior booking

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Cape Brett walk offers a 16km printery and tannery combinesJust over the hill from Te Mimiha Bay recommended rugged bush clad track with momentous Māori and Paheka history Teal Bay offers sheltered swimming

11 exceptional coastal views ending glorious gardens and hands-on funand fishing with more holiday homes Northland Dive at the Cape Brett lighthouse

25 OkiatoEscape to dive locations within the Bay Ngahau Bay and hut Site of NZrsquos first capital (1840-1841) of Islands and Poor Knights or even A very secluded rocky bay down the

18 Oke Bay before it moved to Auckland (thenlesser-known but equally stunningend of an unsealed road Picture perfect beach right at the Wellington) Today the only visible start of the Cape Brett walk remnant of the former capital at this

sites Prior booking recommended

Mimiwhangata Coastal Reserve 12 Bland Bay Whangaruru Peninsula important site is the old water wellYou reap what you sow this longer Whangaruru Harbour on one side

unsealed drive rewards the patient Pacific Ocean on the other A great driver Mimiwhangata is a hidden place to park up and get in the water coastal treat offering great beaches

great place for a kiwi encounter Keep your eyes and ears peeled itrsquos a Accommodation and camping options