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Walking tracks allow visitors to experience the lush native bush and it's hidden treasures like the historic Kauri Dams, crystal clear streams and abundance of wildlife.
Port FitzRoy is the ideal base from which to walk the Windy Canyon/Mt
Hirakimata (Hobson) track which is undoubtedly one of New Zealand's
best one day
walks.
There are also shorter walks including the one to Lookout Rock from
where the photo was taken. For those keen on boating, fishing or diving
there are sheltered harbours and just over the hill magnificent Whangapoua
Beach offers sand, surf and safe swimming.
The Port FitzRoy Store open every day from 9am to 5pm except
Sundays during the winter when the store is closed.
The Boat Club is the only tavern in the North Barrier, 200
metres from the Port FitzRoy wharf, past the store. Delicious
meals are available. Hours differ during summer and winter so
phone 4290 072 or call on Channel One. The Annual
Great FitzRoy Mussel Fest is held
each year early in January. Port FitzRoy Fuel Supplies is located at the wharf. Hours differ winter and summer. 09 4290 147
Barrier Gold
specializes in the extraction of kanuka and manuka essential oils.
Visit the Barrier Gold shop located at the southern end of Port
FitzRoy Harbour along from Smokehouse Bay. Karaka Bay Horse Treks Spectacular coastal scenery and panoramic views. Ph: 09 4290212 Kaiaraara Bay Chalet for accommodation in Port FitzRoy. Stunning seaviews. Packages & specials. Mike Newman for transport. Phone 09 4290 052 Whangapoua Views for accommodation at Okiwi. Close to Whangapoua Estuary and Okiwi surf bar.
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Port
FitzRoy and the North Barrier area has a long history.
Originally settled by the Ngati Wai, they were joined by European
settlers in 1838.
Descendants of both still reside in the area.
