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Easy hikes and walks in the Bay of Plenty

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Exploring Bay of Plenty on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in the Bay of Plenty. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: November 10, 2025

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1. View of Lake Okataina – Tikitapu / Blue Lake loop from Lake Okareka

5.98km

01:40

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Tikitapu / Blue Lake – View of Lake Okataina loop from Lake Okareka

6.01km

01:39

100m

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of the Forest and Ocean – Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest loop from Fenton Park

4.72km

01:23

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Pilot Bay Boat Ramp – Tangaroa viewpoint loop from Mount Maunganui

5.32km

01:25

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. View of Okere Falls – Okere Falls loop from Okere Falls

2.56km

00:41

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Orokawa Bay – Orokawa Beach loop from Waihi Beach

4.95km

01:23

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Mokopuna Trail – Redwoods Treewalk Rotorua loop from Fenton Park

3.53km

00:56

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Entrance to The Redwoods – Redwoods Treewalk Rotorua loop from Lynmore

3.83km

01:01

40m

30m

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9. Redwoods Forest – Crystal Clear Pools loop from Whakarewarewa

2.73km

00:46

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Redwoods Forest – View of the Forest and Ocean loop from Whakarewarewa

4.69km

01:24

150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in the Bay of Plenty

1. View of Lake Okataina – Tikitapu / Blue Lake loop from Lake Okareka

2. Tikitapu / Blue Lake – View of Lake Okataina loop from Lake Okareka

3. View of the Forest and Ocean – Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest loop from Fenton Park

4. Pilot Bay Boat Ramp – Tangaroa viewpoint loop from Mount Maunganui

5. View of Okere Falls – Okere Falls loop from Okere Falls

6. Orokawa Bay – Orokawa Beach loop from Waihi Beach

7. Mokopuna Trail – Redwoods Treewalk Rotorua loop from Fenton Park

8. Entrance to The Redwoods – Redwoods Treewalk Rotorua loop from Lynmore

9. Redwoods Forest – Crystal Clear Pools loop from Whakarewarewa

10. Redwoods Forest – View of the Forest and Ocean loop from Whakarewarewa

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