Three features in particular attract people to this reserve:

• the magnificent specimens of pohutukawa which line the shore;
• a long, wooden jetty that extends 200 metres out into the harbour (highly popular for fishing)
• several pa fortification sites.

To get to this reserve go to the end of Kauri Point Road, turn right and drive down to the carpark.

The walkway starts here. It takes you along the harbour's edge and around the point into paddocks where it is easy to see evidence of old pa fortifications and trenches (please treat this area with respect).

From here, cross to Esplanade Road or follow the fenceline adjacent to the harbour, taking care to close gates and avoid electric fences.

At the northern end of the point drop to Ongare Point (10 minutes walk) or continue back to the carpark via Chelmsford Street.