Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Omaui Reserve
Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Open
Grunt Factor: 8
Gnarl Factor: 18
4.8km
225m
225m
201m
Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Open
Grunt Factor: 8
Gnarl Factor: 18
4.8km
225m
225m
201m
Front country - easily accessible
Out and Back
Undulating, small hills only
Dog Friendly
Native bush
Plantation/exotic forest
Beach
Coastal
Open ridges/tops
Easy Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +9.1%
Average Downhill Gradient: -9.5%
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Easy navigation here, just follow the well formed (and reasonably new) trail. There are a few intersections going up, just keep right at each one.
(When coming down go right at each one and you will add a couple of wee loops to the out and back.)
Near the top there is a sign pointing to Summit... ignore that and carry on the main trail towards the Lookouts. At the top you follow the fenceline left for about 100m for the views of Stewart Island. Once you have taken the great views in, head back, remembering to head right at each intersection.
Lovely views of Stewart Island (on a clear day), Invercargill, Tiwai Point Smelter.... and lots of other gems.
A reasonable amount of parking.
16 km
16 minutes
Yes
No
Easy.
Very patchy.
Long-sleeved thermal top, Windproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map.
One small stream part of the way up
A lot of love has gone into this trail - and is still ongoing, it will be a great all weather track.
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Lovely run and amazing views. Should've brought a packed lunch for the picnic tables at the top!
February 13, 2023
No sign of Rakiura today in the driving rain. Forest provided amazing shelter from the elements. Keen to revisit on a clear sunny day.
December 12, 2020
Perfect day for an Omaui run! I was surprised that there was no one else there - its a great wee track to prep for Luxmore/Kepler. Stunning views. Finished with a play along the beach
September 22, 2019
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