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Ohiwa Beach (Bryan’s Beach)
15 km west of Ōpōtiki. On the western approach to the Waiotahe Bridge a road runs
towards the sea. See page 27.
Ohiwa Harbour Drive
16km west of Ōpōtiki. A seaside and harbourside settlement where many have chosen to
live or retire. See page 26.

Otara Loop Road
A trip of approx 24km. Leave Ōpōtiki towards Gisborne. Fork left at Cemetery on to Otara
Rd. Stay on road for 6km. After crossing river bridge continue a further kilometre to the
bridge on the left. Turning over it will return you back to Ōpōtiki, completing the loop.
Continue on past this bridge towards the hills of the Urutawa Conservation area, until THINGS TO SEE & DO IN OUR REGION
reaching a bridge on left,( Pakahi Bridge) The choice here is – cross the bridge to go up the
Pakihi Rd, – or go straight ahead up the TeWaiti Valley Rd.( See further on for walks).
Boulders Campsite – A peaceful riverside campsite 2km up Te Waiti Valley Rd. There is a
low ford to cross just after the turnoff and the road is narrow but cars can reach the carpark.
The track down to the campsite itself is steep concrete. There is a BBQ area and long-drop
toilet.
Bushaven – A further 2km past the Boulders Campsite, provides camping, and vehicle
parking (see page 36).

Tablelands
3 km from Ōpōtiki. Take the East Coast Road and by turning up either Gows Road or
Beach Road you arrive on the Tablelands area with magnificent views over the East Cape
and the town area and Otara Valley. See page 60.
Waiotahe Beach
6 km west of Ōpōtiki. Extending for several kilometres alongside the main north highway,
this is probably Ōpōtiki’s most popular beach. See page 27.

SCENIC WALKS & BEACHES

Beaches: The Ōpōtiki District has 160kms
of uncluttered beaches. If you enjoy the
beach – surf – sand – sun, all manner of
fishing, gathering shellfish or a relaxing
stroll along the waters edge – its available
in abundance. Hukuwai Beach 3km
East from Ōpōtiki on SH 35. A popular
beach, alongside the Motu Trails Dunes
Trail. Good swimming, fishing, family
fun. Waiotahi Beach on the western
entrance to Ōpōtiki. The highway lined with
beautiful Pohutukawa trees. Hop on the
beach anywhere between the Waiotahi river
mouth or the Surf Club. It is a good walk
right along to the Ōpōtiki river bar at the
east end of Waiotahi beach. Ohiwa Beach
(Bryans Beach) and Ohiwa Harbour
Drive. 15km West of Ōpōtiki. See pg
26 & 27 and pg 15 for Ohiwa Domain
Nature Trail – Onekawa Te Mawhai
Regional Park. Surprised by the tide - Photo Troy Baker 15