THINGS
TO DO

WALKS

Many of our tracks are closed dure to a combination of a pathogen that is killing our Kauri, and a succession of bad storms in Jan/Feb 2023 that caused many landslides. Please do not go around the fences, many of the slips are on the move still. It is Dangerous!

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• Maungaroa Lookout Track Situated on the left halfway along Glen Esk Rd. This moderately challenging track rises steeply to several stunning lookouts with panoramic views of Piha.

• Byers Walk Situated at the very end of Glen Esk Road this flat easy loop track meanders beside the Piha stream. The sound of the stream trickling over the rocks, the birds and the wind in the trees is very soothing and pleasant. Take a wander, breathe deeply, listen to our Mother Earth, come home to yourself. Allow 40 mins

• Kitekite Falls Track This walk takes you up a lot of stairs to the Spectacular falls where it is safe to swim.

• Mercer Bay Loop Track At the very end of Te Ahuahu/Log Race Road. I prefer to go on the left side track to start with and go down the steep hill. That way you have beautiful views for the whole of the walk down to the Pou and lookout as well as on the way back along the western cliffs. Allow at least 90 mins for the loop. Or continue walking to Karekare along the Comans Track.

• The Gap, Blowhole and Taitomo Island Accessible for a few hours either side of low tide, this is a beautiful area to explore. Head left from the southern end of the beach and keep going around the corner. This is a very dynamic area and will fill you with joy for life. Taitomo is owned by our local iwi (Tribe) Te Kawerau a Maki. They kindly allow the public to go there. Please be respectful to this sacred area.

• Walk the beach North Piha beach at 2km one way makes for a delightful flat easy walk especially at low tide.

Dogs on a lead are permitted on the above tracks.

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LEARN TO SURF

If you are new to the surf you will enjoy having your Surf School instructor in the water guiding you in surf safety, coaching you into your first waves and helping to understand the surf conditions.

Each lesson is tailored to the individual's ability.

Lessons are by appointment.

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SWIM

• In the surf - ONLY BETWEEN THE FLAGS when lifeguards are on duty.

• The Blue Pool at the Gap or in front of Lion rock if you're lucky to find a sand pool - both low tide spots.

• The swimming hole at Kite Kite falls​

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EAT

• The Piha Store - Great coffee, pies, cabinet food and groceries

• ​The Bowling Club - Hire a set of bowls, have a drink, eat a meal. Kitchen opens 4pm - 8pm Thursday to Sunday

• Piha Surf Lifesaving Club - Fabulous views, drinks and meals. Open Friday 4pm - 8pm, Sat & Sun 8.30am - 8pm.

• Cones On The Beach - Real fruit icecream

• ​Piha RSA Memorial Club - Kitchen opens 4pm - 8.30pm 7 days

• Restaurant Aryeh - Culinary delights fine dining. Open Thurs - Sun, bookings essential.

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VIEW​

• West Coast Gallery - Beautiful art and sculpture. Open Thurs & Fri 10am - 3pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 4pm.

• Piha Community Library - All welcome. Open Mon & Wed 10am - 1pm, Thurs 3.30pm - 5.30pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 1pm.