Rotokawau reserve is a park on Norfolk Drive in Otamatea, Whanganui, rated 3.5 from 2 reviews. A rating built on only a couple of reviews doesn't tell you much either way about a small local reserve like this, since so few people leave feedback on a neighbourhood green space compared to a major attraction. A lake reserve, which the name suggests this one is, usually rewards a walk around the water's edge more than a quick look from the car park, since that's where you'll spot birdlife, cormorants and shags in particular given the name, rather than from a distance. It's worth checking whether swimming or fishing is permitted before assuming either is fine, since rules vary a lot between similar-looking reserves. These smaller, quieter spots tend to suit a short local walk or a place to let a dog off the lead rather than a destination trip. On Norfolk Drive in Otamatea, this reserve fills that everyday local role.