Ōkiritoto Falls

Waterfall

A waterfall in Auckland Region reached by native-bush tracks. Day hikers come for short forest walks and a close view of the falls outside the city.

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Ōkiritoto Falls essentials

Website: doc.govt.nz
Hours: Open access
Admission: Free (site of natural feature)
Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Ōkiritoto Falls

Best during summer and spring for outdoor access and fuller water flows; check local weather for track conditions.

Summer
Dec-Feb · 15-25°C
Warm and lush; ideal for longer walks and exploration.
Autumn
Mar-May · 10-20°C
Cooler and quieter with rich foliage colours.
Spring
Sep-Nov · 10-18°C
Higher flows and fresh green growth; excellent for photography.

Weather & Climate near Ōkiritoto Falls

Climate

Ōkiritoto Falls's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 23°C. Abundant rainfall (1286 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 23 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 14° - 23° 18° 87 mm - - 5.0 m/s - -
February - 14° - 23° 19° 78 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
March - 14° - 22° 18° 103 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -
April - 11° - 20° 15° 110 mm - - 4.5 m/s - -
May - 9° - 17° 13° 115 mm - - 4.9 m/s - -
June - 7° - 15° 11° 147 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -
July - 6° - 14° 10° 139 mm - - 4.9 m/s - -
August - 7° - 15° 11° 126 mm - - 5.2 m/s - -
September - 8° - 16° 12° 117 mm - - 5.2 m/s - -
October - 10° - 17° 13° 94 mm - - 5.5 m/s - -
November - 11° - 19° 15° 90 mm - - 5.6 m/s - -
December - 13° - 21° 17° 80 mm - - 4.9 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Ōkiritoto Falls

Located within the Auckland Region; access is by car followed by a short walk from the nearest parking area. Check the Department of Conservation for any track advisories.

Tips for Visiting Ōkiritoto Falls

  • Check tide and river levels if the falls are on a tributary - flows vary seasonally.
  • Combine the visit with local forest walks in Auckland Region for varied scenery.
  • Local DOC (Department of Conservation) signage, if present, will indicate any protected zones - follow those instructions.