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Helena Bypass (Bypass) OPEN
Northern Start Junction of Russell Rd & Webb Rd, Helena Bay.
Southern End Grassy 4WD track on East/left side, off Kaiikanui Road (2.6 km south of junction with Mimiwhangata Rd)
Distance 8.5 kms
Time 2 hours
Tramping Standard Road margin
Description
(North to South)

From the junction of Russell & Webb Rds, Helena Bay, follow Webb Rd SE past the old Helena Bay School and up a steep hill past Ngahau bay (Teal Bay to some).
After 5km, keep going past the turnoff to Ngahau Bay. After another 700m, Webb Rd ends at the junction with Mimiwhanagta & Kaiikanui Rds. Take the right fork and continue on Kaiikanui Rd for another 2.6kms kms to the start of DoC's Morepork Track (currently unsigned but is a well-benched track with some bee hives at the entrance).

Note: This narrow, windy gravel roadwalk passes through bush and has steep drop-offs with great views over the countryside. Occasionally, there are cattle belonging to local farmers grazing or being moved on the road.
 

Potential Hazards
  • Vehicles on road or track
  • Farming operations
  • Bee hives
  • Amenities (Start)
  • No amenities
  • Helena Bay School (closed)
  • Amenities (End)
  • No amenities
  • Closest Town(s) Whangarei or Russell
    Managed by Whangarei District Council
    Map (indicative only)
    Downloads
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