A great hike if you've got the time and enjoy a longer walk! Approx 3hrs return.

The most stunning views! Bream Head (Te Whara) Track Scenic Lookout is highly recommended.

The Te Whara track follows an ancient Māori trail from Ocean Beach to Urquharts Bay. The track passes through some of the best coastal forest in the North Island. At the Bream Head summit, towards the Ocean Beach end and not far from the ruins of a WWII radar station, enjoy a magnificent coastal panorama. Take in views of Cape Brett (Motukokako) in the north to Cape Rodney (Tawharanui) in the south, as well as the Poor Knights islands Tawhiti Rahi and Aorangi, Taranga and Marotere Islands in the Hen and Chickens Islands group, with Te Hauturu-o-Toi/Little Barrier and Great Barrier/Aotea Island in the far east. Once you've climbed up onto the ridge, the track becomes undulating and relatively easy-going. To minimise disturbance to the area, and out of respect to local iwi and their ancestors, do not leave the marked tracks.

Kiwi Zone | No Dogs

From a reviewer: + Absolutely breathtaking views ⛰️🌄 + Can do it barefoot if you don't mind little pebbles 👣 + 1 hour into the hike there is a picnic table 🧺

- The top was a bit slippery and muddy

• To the viewpoint and back it is approx 3 hours of walking ⏱️ (Moderate fitness 20 year old)

• Getting to the viewpoint you have to climb on all fours for a minute 🧗‍♂️

• Wear sunscreen. The first part of the hike has no cover from the sun. 🌞

• Can be windy at the top, so bring a jacket to stay warm 💨🧥

Personal note: Even though it is quite a drive, I would absolutely come here again, the views are absolutely worth every step.

Make sure to do your research (weather etc) before hike 😊 (7.5km one way)