The gateway to Lake Wairarapa is Lake Domain.

There’s a spacious recreational area for camping, fishing, kayaking and walking.

Take a 30-40 minute loop walk around Boggy Pond. There's a bird hide along the way.

Wairio Wetlands is the site of an impressive community wetland restoration project. This is a great spot for bird watching.

Lake Ferry is a small settlement on the shores of Lake Ōnoke. Stop at the hotel for excellent fish and chips.

Lake Ōnoke is a coastal lake which is blocked off from the sea for much of the year by Ōnoke Spit.

Ōkorewa Lagoon is the site of an old fishing village, now home to a community planting project.

The Ruamāhanga River weaves through all 5 Wairarapa towns before entering Wairarapa Moana at Lake Ōnoke.

Kiriwai Lagoon is a small dune wetland, home to a range of birds. Ōnoke Spit is a wild 4km stretch of sand, famous for its windy weather.

Pounui Lagoon is a lovely spot for a walk and excellent bird watching.

Te Pouaruhe is the site of a restoration project aiming to connect 18 hectares of wet pasture back with Lake Ōnoke.

Otauira Reserve is a small reserve with a walkway which connects it to Dorset Square.

Waiorongomai is a lovely picnic spot amongst the trees.

Western Lake Shore Scenic Reserve is a small grassed area where the lake meets the forest. There is a picnic shelter and toilet here.