Tiritiri Matangi, Rangitoto and Great Barrier Island, in the beautiful Hauraki Gulf, are amongst the many beautiful and significant places to visit in the Auckland region.
North Auckland includes New Zealand's oldest marine reserve - Cape Rodney-Okakari Point.
The Central & South Auckland region has many special places worth visiting, including Fort Takapuna Historic Reserve, Long Bay-Okura Marine Reserve and North Head Historic Reserve.
The Hauraki Gulf have a multitude of islands, including Tiritiri Matangi, Rangitoto, Motutapu and Motuihe islands, Great Barrier, Kawau and Waiheke to name a few. Many of the islands are open to the public to visit.
Lying some 1000 kilometres northeast of New Zealand, the Kermadec Islands is the most remote region managed by DOC.
An A-Z listing of Auckland places to visit.
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Northland is a popular destination, with many places to visit, including Urupukapuka Island, Mimiwhangata Coastal Park and Waipoua Forest.
Learn about some of the places you can visit in the Coromandel region, including Kauaeranga Valley and Te Whanganui-A-Hei (Cathedral Cove) Marine Reserve.
Discover the places of the Waikato region, including Pureora Forest Park, Pirongia Forest Park and Ruakuri Caves and Bush Scenic Reserve.
From forest parks to scenic reserves, alpine areas to protected coasts, there are hundreds of special conservation places.
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New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres
Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.
Have your say on conservation in your community
Follow the Outdoor Safety Code: 1. Plan your trip 2. Tell someone 3. Be aware of the weather 4. Know your limits 5. Take sufficient supplies
