A link track from the main Hauraki Rail Trail offers cyclists and walkers a 1km diversion to the Historical Maritime Park and Museum. The link opened in November 2015.

The link was constructed over Council-leased land and funded by the Paeroa Ward. It is run and maintained by the Maritime Park Society.

Accessing the link

The journey to the Historical Maritime Park and Museum, including the link, is 4.7km.

From Paeroa: Go along to Taylors Ave and pick up the trail that goes to Thames.The first Maritime Park sign and logo is just before a bridge and looking left you will see the trail and signage. If you are walking it will take 1/2 to 3/4 hour to the Maritime Park from Paeroa. The trail goes into the park and you have to come back again to get back on Paeroa/Thames main trail.

From the Thames direction: You will come to the Hubbard Road crossing and you will see sign next right to Historical Maritime Park.

Park entry fee applies – please pay at the museum.