Okuti Track

With fabulous views over Okuti Valley and further west towards Mt Herbert/ Te Ahu Pātiki, this track is spectacular on a clear day.

Okuti Track is closed for lambing from 1 September to 16 November 2024.

Okuti Track

Start Okuti Valley Scenic Reserve, Okuti Valley Road, Little River
Finish Near Hilltop Tavern
Distance 7 km
Time 2 hours one way
Dogs Prohibited
Description

This is a shared-use track for both bikers and walkers.

From Okuti Valley Reserve it’s a steady uphill climb following a 4WD track through farmland to a saddle. The saddle offers an amazing view towards Kaitorete Spit and further west towards Mt Sinclair and Mt Fitzgerald on the Te Ara Pātaka Summit Walkway.

The track then takes a much gentler descent towards its end near the Hilltop Tavern.

Numerous gates have to be opened and closed along the route, please close all gates behind you.

The track is well marked, but open and exposed for its entire length, so it’s advisable to save your trip for a day with good weather and good visibility.

The track is closed for lambing from mid-July to mid-November each year.

Get ready for this track using Plan My Walk(external link)(external link) by the NZ Mountain Safety Council. You can find track alerts, weather forecasts, trip reviews and a packing list, so you are set for your adventure.