Mangaone Walkway Reikorangi Valley, Kapiti District

July 2007

The Mangaone Walkway follows an old bush Attractions and facilities tramway in low hill country east of Waikanae. It was historically known as ‘Reikorangi Track’. The The regenerating forest in Kaitawa Scenic Reserve southern half follows the Waikanae River through features spires of rewarewa trees which will Kaitawa Scenic Reserve, which protects previously eventually be replaced by the original tall canopy milled podocarp forest. Streams at the southern end species: rimu, rata, kahikatea, matai and miro. are usually easy to ford, but expect to get wet feet. Five species of tree fern line the track: katote, wheki, The northern section crosses farmland, following a wheki-ponga, ponga and mamaku. Ground ferns farm road for part of the distance. and delicate filmy ferns on tree trunks are also prominent along the track. Walking time is 3 hours each way. If you don’t plan to retrace the track, arrange transport from the point The track is easy and well formed. Suitable of exit. for people of most ages and fitness levels. Protect plants and Expect to get wet feet when crossing rivers animals at the south end of the walkway. Be aware How to get there that rivers can rise rapidly after rain and Remove rubbish The track links Mangaone South Road with may become impassable. Bury toilet waste Mangaone North Road. Mangaone South Road runs Parking is provided at both ends of the off Ngatiawa Road 8 km southeast from Waikanae. Keep streams and walkway. Mangaone North Road runs off Te Horo–Hautere lakes clean Cross Road from Te Horo 9 km north of Waikanae. Keep to the track More Information Consider others Please remember Department of Conservation Respect our cultural Do not stray from the marked track where it crosses heritage private farmland. Do not disturb stock. Kapiti Area Office Toitu te whenua 10 Parata St (Leave the land P.O. Box 141, undisturbed) Waikanae 5250 Ph: 04-296 1112

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