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Jackson Bay Okahu Walks

Location

At Haast township turn right along Jackson Bay Road. Walks are signposted as you travel to Jackson Head.

Description

Smoothwater Bay Track (1 hr 30 min – 2 hr)

This track offers a variety of terrain. For the first 45 minutes it follows an old pioneer's track until the Smoothwater River is reached. The more adventurous will continue down this clear-flowing river, keeping to the riverbed. The reward for 40 minutes of wet feet is the beauty and solitude of Smoothwater Bay. Sturdy footwear recommended.

Wharekai-Te Kou Walk (20 mins)

Walk from sheltered Jackson Bay to the rocky shore at Ocean Beach. Interpretion panels tell stories about tidal pools and the life of the rocky shore. Please leave shellfish untouched for others to see.

Level

Medium

Amenities

• Historical

Source

www.doc.govt.nz

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