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Takapu Refuge Walk
- Location
- The Takapu Refuge is located at the southern end of Muriwai beach
- Description
The Takapu Refuge is located at the southern end of Muriwai beach and is an established breeding area for gannets. About 1,200 pairs of adult gannets nest here each summer and can be seen between August and March each year.Fur seals feed and rest at Oaia Island, 1.6km off the coast and can sometimes be seen during spring.
The Takapu Refuge Walk leaves from the carpark at Maori Bay and leads out to the Gannet Colony, before decending down to Muriwai Beach. There are other short walks in the area including the Edwin Mitchelson Track, Quarry Track and the Lookout Track. Maps showing these walks are available at the Park or at Arataki Visitor Centre
- Amenities
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- Birds
- Camping
- Carpark
- Picnics
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Source
- www.arc.govt.nz
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