Water Conservation Level 1 - Foxton and Foxton Beach

Water Conservation Level 1 has been put in place for Foxton and Foxton Beach from Friday 6 December 2024 until further notice.

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Christmas and New Year Opening Hours and Services

Council's Main Office will be closed from 5pm on Monday 23 December 2024 to Monday 6 January 2025. Find out more about our opening hours and services over the Christmas and New Year holiday period, including kerbside rubbish and recycling collections.

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Walking Trails

Burttons Track, Shannon

Burtton's Track (Scotts Road to Mangahao Road) lies between Palmerston North and Shannon.

Cousins Ave Track, Foxton Beach

This is a great track for mountain-biking. Turn left at the intersection of Nash Pde and Cousins Ave. Enter the forest at the end of the road and follow the track back to the start.

Ferry Reserve Track, Foxton Beach

Enjoy the cool shade of this young forestry area as you meander along the grassy path.

Foxton’s Historic Walk

This is an easy footpath walk. Start at Duncan St and follow the signs to all points of information.

Hydrabad Wreck Walkway, Waitārere

Walk from either Waitārere or Hokio Beach past the wreck of the Hydrabad. Approximately 15 minutes walk from Waitārere Beach or 1 hour from Hokio Beach.

Mangahao Makahika Track, Shannon

The Mangahao Makahika Track connects Burtton's Track, which lies between Palmerston North & Shannon, with the Arapaepae Lookout.

Palmer Rd Pathway & Foxton Beach Loop, Foxton Beach

Palmer Road shared pathway provides a 3.5km off-road walk/cycle path along the northern fringe of Foxton Beach.

Papaitonga Scenic Reserve walks, Ōhau

An easy 10 min forest track and boardwalk takes you to a picnic area and viewing platform to lookout over Lake Waiwiri.
A 20 min loop track continues on to the southern edge of the lake.

Piriharakeke Walkway, Foxton

Enjoy views of the Manawatu River loop and farmland while learning about the history of the area from historic signs and photographs along the walk.

Queen St Walkway, Levin

Enjoy the view of the Tararua ranges as you walk or run along Queen St.

River Loop Amble & Flax Walkway, Foxton

Explore the history and culture of Foxton. A grassy track along the Manawatu River front connects Te Awahou Board Walk at the north end, the Flax Walk and the start of the Piriharakeke Track to the south.

River Mouth Trail. Foxton Beach

Walk or ride the hard packed sand on the beach at mid to low tide, along the river and back to the surf club through parkland.

Stock Route Track

Enter Donnelly Rd, off State Highway 1 just south of the Mobil Service Station.

Sunset Walk, Foxton Beach

Sunset Walkway showcases the internationally recognised and protected Ramsar site in the Manawatu River Estuary. Spot migratory birds, enjoy river views, watch boats and fishing at the Boat Club, or stop for a BBQ picnic at the boat ramp.

Tararua Northern Crossing, Ōhau

One of four classic tramps in the Tararuas, the Northern Crossing links the Ohau and Waingawa catchments

Te Awahou Board Walk

Take a stroll through the river’s riparian zone, pausing at the viewing platform to enjoy the tranquillity of the water.

The Foxton to Foxton Beach Connection

This is a dedicated pedestrian and cycle pathway alongside Foxton Beach Rd. The actual pathway is 2.4km long but additional time will need to be added at both ends to enjoy pathways, parks and heritage within the towns.

Trig Walkway, Levin

This popular spot is situated on private land and features walking and biking tracks and access to Tararua Forest Park via Kohitere Forest.

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