The forested area of Okura Bush will be temporarily closed from 12 May to prevent the spread of, and protect against, kauri dieback disease.

The track from Stillwater to Dacre Cottage is open.  This closure only affects from Dacre Cottage to Haigh Access Road, where the track will continue to be upgraded to ensure is safe for Kauri.

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Source: Department of Conservation

Details on kauri dieback disease can be found here.