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The bridge on the Ballance Loop Track is closed due to structural defects. As a result the southern loop of the track is closed. See map (JPG, 95K) Access to th…

The entrance of the Cape Brett Track at Oke Bay will be closed in May 2026 for construction to be completed. Access to the northern end of the Track and Hut wil…

Ngahere Ara Track at Piano Flat is closed. First published on 8 December 2025. Last reviewed on 5 February 2026.

Russell Road is closed due to a large slip at Helena Bay. The alternative access along Kaiiaknui/Webb Road is for residents and essential traffic only. See Whan…

From Monday 9 March, the Waioweka Gorge will operate under new stop/go traffic management, with delays of up to 15 min between 5–7 am and 6–8 pm, an…

The road is closed, preventing access to the Pakihi Track from the Northern End of Motu Road (from SH35). This affects users travelling from Tirohanga and surro…

These tracks are closed due to track damage from a severe weather event in February 2026: Bell Track Kaniwhaniwha: Kahikatea tree Mahaukura Track Wharauroa Trac…

These tracks are closed due to track damage from a severe weather event in February 2026: Bell Track Kaniwhaniwha: Kahikatea tree Mahaukura Track Wharauroa Trac…

These tracks are closed due to track damage from a severe weather event in February 2026: Bell Track Kaniwhaniwha: Kahikatea tree Mahaukura Track Wharauroa Trac…

Hahei Beach Short Walk is closed due to land stability issues. We continue to urge visitors not to use this track – it is not safe. First published on 19 …

The vehicle-gate to Trotters Gorge Campsite is closed due to wet ground conditions. Campsite, tracks and toilet facilities are all open and can be accessed by f…

Access to Flora car park up Graham Valley Road is closed due to the collapse of a major section of road and a number of smaller slips which occurred in a recent…

Billygoat Track is closed due to a large slip.  Pinnacles Hut and Dancing Camp are still accessible via Webb Creek Track. First published on 17 April 2026.…

We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 by helicopter on 5 and 6 November 2025 in Pirongia Forest Park and Te Kauri Scenic Reserve. It is not safe to …

We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 by helicopter on 5 and 6 November 2025 in Pirongia Forest Park and Te Kauri Scenic Reserve. It is not safe to …

We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 by helicopter on 5 and 6 November 2025 in Pirongia Forest Park and Te Kauri Scenic Reserve. It is not safe to …

We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 by helicopter on 5 and 6 November 2025 in Pirongia Forest Park and Te Kauri Scenic Reserve. It is not safe to …

There is a large whale carcass at the northern end of Goat Bay. Take extreme caution if going into the water at Goat or Tōtaranui bays as the carcass may attrac…

The Major Jones Bridge is being replaced from 20 April to September 2026. Some access restrictions will occur at times with the contractor managing visitor acce…

Youngman Stream Track is overgrown and has a lot of fallen trees, which makes progress slow and difficult. Allow extra time if travelling this route. First publ…