Lake Hakanoa Huntly Domain

The picturesque Lake Hakanoa in Huntly, is a popular and easy family friendly walking trail in the North Waikato.

The lake walkway is split into thirteen zones including a native tree reserve, Japanese Garden, Global Garden, Wildlife Gardens, Palm Beach, Contemporary Maori Garden, Green Cathedral, Ponga Grove, wetlands and more, making for great picnic spots along the way.

A mostly flat and metaled track, the Lake Hakanoa walkway is perfect for prams, walking the dog or an easy running track.

Pricing
Free
Proximity to Town:
30 minutes drive from Hamilton
Activity Duration:
3.6km (approx. 45 minute walk)

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