Waitanguru Falls Walk
Waitanguru Falls Walk, Piopio
A further 11km along Mangaotaki Road, the Waitanguru Falls Walk is an easy short trail down to a viewing platform looking out to the stunning waterfall. This walk also allows for dog walking (with a permit)
Waitanguru Falls walk details
- Location: 11km further along Mangaotaki Road from the Mangaotaki Walk
- Length: 15 minute return
- More Info: www.doc.govt.nz
Please note: For more information on dog walking and fishing permits visit www.doc.govt.nz
Mangaotaki Walk
Winding its way over tree roots and past massive boulders and towering kahikatea trees, the Mangaotaki Walk also allows for dog walking (with a permit) and great fly fishing (also with a permit).
The Mangaotaki River is ideal for the novice fly fisherman, with no shortage of rainbow trout, with access gained via the Mangoataki Scenic Reserve.
Mangaotaki walk details
- Location: 8km along Mangaotaki Road, Piopio
- Length: 30 minute loop
- More Info: www.doc.govt.nz
The Mangaotaki Valley is also home to Hairy Feet Waitomo, the filming location for Trollshaw Forest in The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.