Tāwharanui Regional Park, Regional park and natural sanctuary on Kawau Bay, New Zealand.
The 590-hectare park combines sandy beaches, rocky shores, wetlands, and native forests along the northern edge of Kawau Bay.
The land holds traditional significance for local Māori tribes before its establishment as a regional park in 2008.
Native bird species including tui, kaka, bellbirds, North Island robins, saddlebacks, and red-crowned parakeets inhabit the protected sanctuary.
Visitors need to bring water and supplies from Warkworth or Matakana, as there are no shops within the park boundaries.
The predator-proof fence creates New Zealand's first integrated open sanctuary, merging conservation with sustainable farming and recreation.
Location: Rodney
Website: https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/parks-recreation/Pages/park-details.aspx?Location=228
Operator: Auckland Council
Website: https://aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/parks-recreation/Pages/park-details.aspx?Location=228
GPS coordinates: -36.36925,174.85395
Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:58
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