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Central Taupō Lake BeachesTaupō Lakefront ReserveSwimming, Walking and Lake ViewsTaupō Lakefront Reserve runs along Lake Taupō with swimming beaches, BBQs, Hot Water Beach and the 12.7km Great Lake Pathway to Five Mile Bay.
Geothermal Parks and WalksSpa Thermal Park TaupōFree Hot Pools, Playground & Huka Falls WalkSpa Thermal Park is a free riverside reserve on the northern edge of Taupō town centre, best known for the Otumuheke Stream.
Major ParksRiverside Park TaupōAmphitheatre, Sculptures and River TrailRiverside Park in Taupō features the Unison Amphitheatre, public sculptures and direct access to the River Side Trail along the Waikato River.
Destination PlaygroundsTongariro Domain TaupōPlayground, Rose Gardens and Mini TrainTongariro Domain in Taupō: a playground, rose gardens and mini train, plus events in the park.
Museums, Galleries and Public ArtTaupō Museum and Art GalleryVolcanic History and Māori TaongaTaupō Museum and Art Gallery covers volcanic history and Ngāti Tūwharetoa taonga, with a carved wharenui, a Kiwiana caravan and the free Ora Garden.
Saturday 11 April 9 new
LibrariesMangakino Library TaupōHours, Services and Township InfoMangakino Library hours, address, services and township context as part of Taupō District Libraries network.
LibrariesTaupō LibraryFree WiFi, Resources and Community HubTaupō Library opening hours, plus free WiFi, computers, lending collections and community programmes in the town centre. Membership details.
Freedom CampingHuka-Aratiatia Dam Car ParkFreedom Camping in TaupōFree self-contained freedom camping at Huka-Aratiatia Dam Car Park near Huka Falls and Aratiatia Rapids in Taupō. 4 nights max per month, drop toilet.
Family-Friendly and Educational WalksTongariro National Trout Centre TūrangiHatchery, Aquarium & WhioTongariro National Trout Centre south of Tūrangi: a DOC trout hatchery with a freshwater aquarium, underwater river viewing and a summer whio crèche.
Towns, Villages and Local ExperiencesTaupō Motorsport ParkTrack Days, Events and ExperiencesTaupō International Motorsport Park on Broadlands Road has a 3.13 km circuit, an 830 m dragstrip and a go-kart track, plus track days and V8 drives.
Geothermal and Hot PoolsWairakei Natural Thermal Valley TaupōGeothermal Walk and CampsiteWairakei Natural Thermal Valley near Taupō: a self-guided loop of about 1.7 km past mud pools and silica formations, with a campground and café on site.
Forests, Mountains and National ParksMount Tauhara TaupōSummit Hike with Panoramic Lake ViewsMount Tauhara is a steep 2 to 3 hour return summit hike east of Taupō, climbing through farmland and bush to 360-degree views over Lake Taupō.
Towns, Villages and Local ExperiencesThe Kinloch Club TaupōJack Nicklaus Signature Golf CourseThe Kinloch Club near Taupō is New Zealand's only Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, an 18-hole par 72 links-style layout with views over Lake Taupō.
Lake Taupō Villages and Quiet BaysWhakaipo Bay TaupōLake Swimming, Trails and DOC ReserveWhakaipo Bay Recreation Reserve near Taupō: a DOC reserve with lake swimming and walking and biking trails.
Friday 10 April 6 new
Lakes, Rivers and WaterfallsMine Bay Māori Rock Carvings TaupōNgātoroirangi by BoatMine Bay Māori rock carvings on Lake Taupō: a 14-metre figure of Ngātoroirangi on a cliff face, reached by cruise or kayak tour from Taupō Boat Harbour.
Forest Parks and Scenic ReservesWaipahihi Botanical Gardens TaupōNative Forest ReserveWaipahihi Botanical Gardens is a 34-hectare native plant reserve on the southern edge of Taupō, featuring regenerating bush, mixed plantings.
Lakes, Rivers and WaterfallsAratiatia Rapids TaupōDam Releases on the Waikato RiverAratiatia Rapids is a striking section of the Waikato River roughly 13 kilometres northeast of Taupō town centre.
Geothermal and Hot PoolsWairakei Terraces TaupōGeothermal Pools and Silica TerracesAdult-only geothermal pools and self-guided silica terrace walk 5 km north of Taupō, with mineral-rich water and Ngāti Tūwharetoa cultural links.
Geothermal and Hot PoolsCraters of the Moon TaupōGeothermal Walkway and Steaming VentsCraters of the Moon, 7 km north of Taupō: a 40-minute boardwalk loop past steaming vents, mud pools and craters in the Wairākei geothermal field.
Geothermal and Hot PoolsŌrākei Kōrako Geothermal ParkHidden Valley Near TaupōŌrākei Kōrako Cave and Thermal Park is a privately owned geothermal reserve on the shore of Lake Ohakuri, roughly 25 minutes' drive north of Taupō.
Thursday 9 April 3 new
Lakes, Rivers and WaterfallsHuka Falls TaupōIconic Waterfall and Walking TracksHuka Falls near Taupō: the Waikato River pours through a narrow gorge, with walking tracks and viewing platforms.
BMX, Pump Tracks and Skills ParksTaupō Bike ParkDirt Jumps at Spa ParkFree Taupō Bike Park at Spa Park has dirt jump lines for riders with some jumping experience, near Huka Falls and the Spa Park thermal pools.
BMX, Pump Tracks and Skills ParksTaupō BMX Track at Crown ParkClub Racing and RidingTaupō BMX Track at Crown Park offers Wednesday club nights, gate access for members and racing for all ages. Find schedules and membership details.