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Wednesday 22 April 2 new
Lakes, Rivers and WaterfallsWaipunga Falls TaupoRoadside Waterfall on SH5 Napier RoadWaipunga Falls is a 40m roadside waterfall on SH5, 55 km east of Taupō. Free access, visible from the carpark or a 1-minute walk.
Forest and Nature Reserve WalksTree Trunk Gorge Track TaupōWalking and Mountain Biking in Kaimanawa Forest ParkWalk or mountain bike the 5 km Tree Trunk Gorge Track through beech forest and gorges in Kaimanawa Forest Park near Taupō.
Tuesday 21 April 4 new
Forests, Mountains and National ParksTongariro Northern CircuitGreat Walk in Tongariro National ParkFind the Tongariro Northern Circuit Great Walk: 35.5 km loop, 3-4 days, volcanic landscapes in Tongariro National Park. Current status and booking info.
Forests, Mountains and National ParksTongariro Alpine CrossingTaupō’s Iconic One-Day HikeThe Tongariro Alpine Crossing near Taupō is a 20.2km one-way volcanic walk past Red Crater and the Emerald Lakes, taking 7 to 9 hours depending on season.
Forest and Nature Reserve WalksMapara Walkway TaupōShort Boardwalk Track to Glow WormsShort boardwalked track in Acacia Bay connecting Mapara Road and Brunette Drive, popular for glow worm viewing at night.
Forest and Nature Reserve WalksWhakamoenga Walking Track TaupōLake Views and Swimming at Acacia BayEasy lakeside walk in Acacia Bay to Whakamoenga Point for swimming, picnics and views across Lake Taupō. 30 min return from carpark 3.
Monday 20 April 3 new
Lake Taupō Villages and Quiet BaysRangatira Point Track TaupōLakeside Walk & SwimmingEasy 3 km lakeside walk at Acacia Bay with swimming spots, native bush and mountain views. Three carparks, free entry, dogs allowed.
River, Waterfall and Rapids WalksRiver Side Trail TaupōWaikato River Walk and CycleThe River Side Trail in Taupō is an easy 3km walk or ride beside the Waikato River from Control Gates Bridge past Cherry Island to Spa Thermal Park.
Forest and Nature Reserve WalksOpepe Scenic and Historic Reserve WalksTaupō Day TripEasy DOC walks through mature podocarp forest and 1869 Land Wars history at Opepe Scenic and Historic Reserve, 17 km east of Taupō on SH5.
Sunday 19 April 2 new
Forest and Nature Reserve WalksLake Rotopounamu TrackEasy Loop Walk in Tongariro National ParkWalk the 5 km Rotopounamu Track loop around a crater lake in Tongariro National Park. Two-hour easy walk through native forest with swimming beaches.
River, Waterfall and Rapids WalksHuka Falls to Aratiatia Rapids TrailTaupō Walk & Cycle7 km shared walking and cycling trail along the Waikato River from Huka Falls to Aratiatia Dam with scheduled rapids releases.
Saturday 18 April 4 new
Thermal and Hot Water Swimming AreasHot Water Beach TaupōNatural Geothermal Lakefront on the Great Lake PathwayHot Water Beach in Taupō is a natural geothermal shoreline on Lake Taupō, south-east of the town centre near Waipahihi Bay.
Central Taupō Lake BeachesWharewaka Point TaupōSwimming Beach and Great Lake Pathway StopWharewaka Point offers calm swimming, a playground and BBQ facilities on the 12.7 km Great Lake Pathway, 4 km from Taupō town.
Lake Taupō Villages and Quiet BaysWhareroa Lake TaupōQuiet Swimming on the Western ShoreWhareroa offers clear Lake Taupō swimming in a designated swim-only area on the quiet western shore, with limited facilities and scenic rural access.
Lake Taupō Villages and Quiet BaysKuratau TaupōDesignated Swim-Only Bay at the River MouthKuratau offers a quiet swim-only bay on Lake Taupō's western shore at the Kuratau River mouth, one of seven protected zones with no vessels allowed.
Friday 17 April 2 new
Central Taupō Lake Beaches3 & 4 Mile Bays TaupōSwim-Only Areas on Lake TaupōSwim safely in the designated area between 3 & 4 Mile Bays on Lake Taupō, free and protected from vessels, with the Across the Lake Swim finishing here.
Central Taupō Lake BeachesMain Beach TaupōCentral Swim Spot on Lake TaupōMain Beach Taupō offers free swimming in a designated boat-free zone on Lake Taupō with town centre access, parking and mountain views.
Thursday 16 April 1 new
Wednesday 15 April 2 new
Neighbourhood PlaygroundsTe Kapua Park TūrangiPlayground, Pools and SportsTe Kapua Park in Tūrangi offers an award-winning playground, Tūrangi Turtle Pools, sports fields and courts for families and community sport.
Lake Taupō Villages and Quiet BaysPukawa Lakefront Reserve TaupōLakeside Access and SwimmingPukawa Lakefront Reserve provides public access to the sheltered waters of Pukawa Bay on the south-western shore of Lake Taupō.
Tuesday 14 April 2 new
Central Taupō Lake BeachesTwo Mile Bay Boat Ramp Reserve TaupōBoating, Swimming & Lions WalkWith easy access to Lake Taupo and scenic views, discover why Two Mile Bay Boat Ramp Reserve is the ultimate spot for your next adventure.
Recreation ReservesWhakamaru DomainLakeside Camping on Lake WhakamaruWhakamaru Domain offers free camping with hot showers, boat ramp, and beach access on Lake Whakamaru in South Waikato, plus Waikato River Trails access.
Monday 13 April 2 new
Lakes, Rivers and WaterfallsMangakino Recreation Reserve TaupōLake Maraetai Swimming, Camping, Trails and PlaygroundLakefront reserve on Lake Maraetai in Mangakino with lake swimming, a boat ramp, playground, Waikato River Trails access and camping for up to 3 nights.
Recreation ReservesHipapatua Recreational Reserve (Reid’s Farm) TaupōRiver Swimming & Freedom CampingHipapatua Recreational Reserve, also known as Reid's Farm, is a riverside reserve on Huka Falls Road north of Taupō town centre.