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Chatham Islands

Nikau Bush Conservation Area.

There are walking tracks on four reserves on the main Chatham Island: Henga Scenic Reserve, Nikau Bush Conservation Area, J.M. Barker (Hapupu) National Historic Reserve and Ocean Mail Scenic Reserve.

New Zealand tracks and walks

Trampers on the Mangatepopo boardwalk, Tongariro Crossing. Photo: Jimmy Johnson.

There are extensive walking and mountain biking opportunities on conservation land throughout New Zealand.

Weather

NZ weather

Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Learn more

Track category definitions

Plan and prepare for your trip

Great Walks

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai