Popular Waih¯ı track open to public again
There are new and improved views from atop Waih¯ı Beach’s Trig Trail. The popular trail opened before Easter following logging operations in the summit area.
Western Bay of Plenty District Council reserves and facilities projects and assets manager Scott Parker said contractors worked hard to ensure the trail opened and everyone can now get outside and enjoy one of the many beautiful trails in the Western Bay.
“We’re excited to reopen part of the closed trail network and thank everyone for their patience while tree felling took place.
“The views promise to be even more spectacular with the pine trees removed,” Parker said.
But while the Trig Trail and Dam Loop Trails are open — the Trig Trail is only suitable for walking or running, bikes are welcome on the Dam Loop Trail.
Dogs are allowed, but please keep them on a lead near the farm boundary and keep your dog to the open trail area only.
“The new Forest Loop Trail is not open yet as the forest harvesting is still active in that area.
“There are barriers and signs in place for your protection. For your safety please keep to the open areas only,” Parker said.
Council is looking to temporarily open the new Forest Loop Trail over winter while the forestry work is on hold. And once forestry work is completed and the trails resurfaced, the Forest Loop will fully open later in 2022 and form part of a new Trig Loop Trail experience.
The forestry harvest is helping to pay for reserve improvements such as planting native species and construction of new trails. This funding, along with the Waih¯ı Beach Cycle Trails Trust, are helping create new trails in the area.