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Entrance to reserve

Ōhope Scenic Reserve

The entranceway to Ōhope Scenic Reserve features a traditional carved entranceway. The reserve itself is home to a large number of kiwi re-introduced by the Whakatāne Kiwi Project, a partnership between Bay of Plenty Regional Council, Department of Conservation, Whakatāne Kiwi Trust and Whakatāne District Council in conjunction with Te Runanga o Ngāti Awa. 

Located at the corner of Pohutukawa Avenue and Ōhope Road.

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The sparkling blue waters of Lake Matahina offers excellent family kayaking and is an ideal spot for training.

If you're keen for a simple family spin, go to Maraetotara in Ōhope. Ride up the unsealed Maraetotara Road into the bush-edged Burma Rd to the main Ōhope-Whakatāne highway.

Meandering over Ōpōtiki’s dunes and beach, it's just as good for walking and running as it is for biking. With no hills above 15 metres, and plenty of places to access the sand, children love it!