4.5
km
one-way
90
mins
Follow the Cabbage Tree Creek Bikeway through parks and reserves. Includes parts of Bunyaville, Everton Hills, Arana Hills, Ferny Hills. Accessible by public transport.
1.2
km
return
30
mins
Remnant bushland pocket in suburb of Fitzgibbon. Accessible by public transport.
900
m
return
45
mins
The track leads down to a viewing point near the top of Tawhai Falls, where you can watch the river tumble over the edge of an ancient lava flow.
There is then the option to continue down more steps to the river’s edge, where there is a view of the river and a more distant view of the falls. The river is fast-flowing and the rocks on the riverbank can be slippery.
340
m
return
15
mins
Debris avalanches during Ruapehu’s periods of volcanic activity are believed to have formed these mounds thousands of years ago. The top of the track offers good views of the volcanoes and surrounding area.
3.8
km
one-way
90
mins
Follow Whakapapanui Stream and enjoy the shelter of the forest.
Water-logged clearings are passed as the track follows Whakapapanui Stream. Here, storm damaged beech forest is slowly regenerating. Keep a look out along the river for the endangered whio/blue duck. They are the same colour as the rocks so can be very difficult to spot, but you may hear the male’s whistling call.
2.9
km
return
1
hr
The wetland offers a nice long walking path, perfect for a peaceful stroll or bicycle ride. However, there's little to no shade, making it a bit challenging during sunny summers. The area has a lot of potential but could use some improvements to make it more engaging. Despite being somewhat secluded, it's still a pleasant spot for outdoor activities, but it could benefit from a bit of enhancement to make the experience more enjoyable.
3.2
km
return
90
mins
Experience a range of vegetation types as well as the creamy-white Silica Rapid terraces.
The boardwalks makes walking over swampy ground more comfortable and reduces the impact of foot traffic on delicate vegetation. This is a great place to enjoy mountain views particularly Mt. Ruapehu.
6.1
km
return
2
hrs
Walk to spectacular 20m high Taranaki Falls and enjoy excellent mountain views and a range of land forms on a loop track which is part of Te Araroa Trail.
2.5
km
return
1
hr
Craters of the Moon lies within the Taupo volcanic zone and its landscape can be traced back over 700 years.
Underground geothermal activity along the belt shows itself on the surface as fumaroles, geysers, mud pools and hot springs.
100
m
return
15
mins
Haruru Falls is a five metre high waterfall on the Waitangi River near the settlement of Haruru three kilometres west of Paihia. In the Māori language, the word haruru means 'continuous noise or roar'.