Lake Okareka Walkway
Lake Okareka Walkway
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roaming_kiwi58
Christchurch, New Zealand2,816 contributions
Sept 2021
Drive beyond the parking area and toilets at the boat ramp on Acacia Rd, alongside Lake Okareka, to find the start of the Lake Okareka Walkway. Partway along the boardwalk there is a bird hide. There are nice views across the lake and lots of birdlife to watch. Unfortunately the weather the day we went was poor and the rain set in, so we had to turn back to sit in the car and watch the weather.
A pleasant walk and next time we are in Rotorua we will return to hopefully do the whole of the Lake Okareka Walkway.
A pleasant walk and next time we are in Rotorua we will return to hopefully do the whole of the Lake Okareka Walkway.
Written 9 October 2021
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Nina B
Auckland Central, New Zealand303 contributions
Apr 2021
This walk was the highlight of our trip. The lake is so peaceful and beautiful, you can't stop taking photos. The walk is easy most of the way. It takes about 4 to 5km there and back. The last 750m is uphill. Although this is not a loop, walking back just gave us an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful scenery one more time. No bikes / dogs allowed.
Written 27 April 2021
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ERDFirefighter
Edmonton, Canada849 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We stopped here for a picnic and ended up staying longer then we expected because it was so peaceful. The hike is very easy going from one beach to another. Both beaches are wonderful to swim at and have a picnic. The lake is a short drive from Rorotura. Go.
Written 5 February 2020
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Helen R
Warkworth, New Zealand28 contributions
Jul 2013 • Family
Lake Okareka walkway is approx 5ks return. Flat, easy, wheelchair or pushchair ok. Picnic tables on the way and seats for a rest. Bird life great and generally a great place to take photos.
Written 30 July 2013
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Mary&BarryJackson
Lagos, Portugal2,389 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
This is a great place to walk, lots of wildfowl, and smells of sulphur adjacent to the spas in Rotorua. A good way to spend an hour
Written 15 February 2016
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sunnyzhou
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand8 contributions
Dec 2014 • Family
The Lake Okareka Walkway is a perfect walk if you want a flat and easy walk with lots of opportunities for photos. It is a very peaceful walk with places to sit along the way and would be a great walk for a family. I would recommend going into the bird watching hut and just sitting there quietly for a while. There are many different kinds of bird there and they can come quite close while you're in the hut. Hope you enjoy the walk :)
Written 30 January 2015
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Shelley M
Rotorua, New Zealand51 contributions
Dec 2013 • Friends
This walkway is short and can be done by everyone. It follows an easy trail and boardwalk away from the housing area so is very peaceful. The lake is stunning on a lovely day and the water so warm for a paddle. There are composting toilets near the end of the walkway. A short wee gem in the area.
Written 22 December 2013
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Angela M
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK160 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
Although we didn't do the walkway, I still wanted to do a review
Lake Okareka is a beautiful small, charming town where we parked up and had a picnic due to the glorious weather. So peaceful here.
Would be a great place to live!
Well worth a visit
Lake Okareka is a beautiful small, charming town where we parked up and had a picnic due to the glorious weather. So peaceful here.
Would be a great place to live!
Well worth a visit
Written 9 May 2018
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OkuraLass
Auckland, New Zealand158 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
Lots of bird life, and wetland vegetation. There is a hide where you can watch the birds without disturbing them. We saw black swans, NZ scaup, Pied shags, Black shags, white faced herons, paradise ducks, welcome swallows and a harrier hawk. The sun was out and we thoroughly enjoyed our walk.
Written 6 April 2017
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missktuck
Rotorua, New Zealand67 contributions
Sept 2016 • Solo
I've been in Rotorua a long time and never knew this place existed. What a beautiful spot. Allow 2 hours to do the full walk, and don't forget your camera!
Written 8 January 2017
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sgoodwin2016
Rotorua, New Zealand
There are many photos listed to be of Lake Okaro, but in fact are of Lake Okaro.
Written 7 February 2018
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