Ōhope Beach has a wide range of natural attractions. Bush walks, diving, exploring the many reserves in the area and much much more!
Walking
Ohope Beach is well known for it’s superb walking and tramping tracks. These include walkways through native forests, coastal walkways, secret beaches and much more. Choose from guided walking tours or self guided, there are a range of walking and hiking tracks to choose from.
Featured Walking Listings
OHOPE BEACH
This part of Ohope Beach is a popular summer spot. The only spot at Ohope Beach with a Swim Between the Flags service. Enjoy our beach today.
OHOPE BEACH WEST END
West End is a hidden treasure, one that many visitors to Ohope Beach miss. This part of the beach is popular with swimmers and surfers!
OHOPE HARBOURSIDE TRAIL
The Trail takes in views of the Ohiwa Harbour and the wildlife that call it home, there is also a playground along the way that has toilet facilities.
OHOPE SCENIC RESERVE
The home to many native birds including kiwi, tui, bellbirds and fantails. At least one visit to Ohope Scenic Reserve is a must!
OTARAWAIRERE BAY
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Otarawairere Bay. Take the picnic gear and stay for the day, a great family day out.
WHAKATĀNE KIWI
Whakatāne's abundance of indigenous wildlife has led it to be known as the 'Kiwi Capital of the World'.
Walking Listings
NGA TAPUWAE O TOI WALKWAYS
The Nga Tapuwae o Toi Walking Trail visits Kohi Point Scenic Reserve, Ohope Scenic Reserve, Ohope Beach, Mokorua Bush Scenic Reserve and more! The walkway passes through native and exotic forest, and along coastline and riverbanks.
In Ngati Awa oral tradition Toi was a great chief, descendant of the legendary voyager Tiwakawaka and founder of a great tribe. The walkway visits Toi stronghold Kapu-te-rangi overlooking Whakatane.