2020/21 summer closedown

Dec 23, 2020, 11:51 AM

Enjoy your summer. We will be closed from 24 December to 5 January. After that, we will be back to help you with improving access to the outdoors.

New map layer shows access through Crown forests

Dec 22, 2020, 11:16 AM

We have added a new layer has to our maps showing Public Access easements (PAEs) created under the Crown Forest Asset Act.

Enjoy your summer

Dec 17, 2020, 3:46 PM

The Walking Access Commission Ara Hīkoi Aotearoa will be closed from 24 December to 5 January. After that, we will be back to help you with improving access to the outdoors.

Enhanced access grant supports Bikepacking Aotearoa book

Dec 11, 2020, 2:51 PM

Bikepacking Aotearoa will help you get away from busy main roads. Take to the gravel backroads, cycle trails, and back-country tracks to really get away from it all.

Carters Beach café prepares for trail tourists

Dec 9, 2020, 1:47 PM

Thomas and Barbara Stuart own Donaldo’s café which sits on Carters Beach, beside Pūwaha, the first section of the Kawatiri Coastal Trail. Thomas says the trail is outstanding.

Dr Gordon Hosking wins Outdoor Access Champion Award

Dec 1, 2020, 10:49 AM

Dr Gordon Hosking will receive an Outdoor Access Champion Award in Mangawhai this week. The award recognises his significant contribution to public access to the outdoors.