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Waihora Lagoon track

Location

From SH32 turn onto Waihora Rd and travel approximately 3km on a gravel road before turning left into the Waihora Lagoon car park.

Description

Pureora Forest Park (78,000 ha) straddles the Hauhungaroa and Rangitoto Ranges between Lake Taupo and Te Kuiti. It is a hidden wonderland of tall trees, clearrivers and rare wildlife; little known yet easily accessible if you are prepared to make a short diversion off State Highway 30 or 32.The lagoon, 10 minutes walk from the carpark, is one of the most beautiful spots in the Park, surrounded by tall rimu and kahikatea.There is abundant birdlife in the Park, as well as native bats.

Visit DOC website for further information and a detailed map of the area.

Duration

0.2 hours

Level

Easy

Amenities

• Birds
• Camping
• Carpark
• Dogs Allowed
• Historical
• Huts
• Mountain Biking / Biking
• Picnics
• Plant Life
• Toilets

Source

www.doc.govt.nz

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