CENTRAL NORTH ISLAND An excellent leg-stretcher break for those driving round these parts, the track follows the Pakoka River and leads to elegant falls.
WAIRĒINGA/BRIDAL VEIL FALLS 2
Where is it? 28km from Raglan, turn off at SH 23 and on to Kauroa-Kāwhia Rd and enter the Wairēinga Scenic Reserve.
Terrain The track has been upgraded at the top and includes a wide flat section so wheelchairs and strollers can gain access. To get to the lower viewing platform, follow the wooden steps, covered with mesh to prevent slipping.
Good to know There is a pretty picnic area at the top of the falls and toilets too.
TRACK OVERVIEW An easy walk to an impressive waterfall that plunges 55m into the pool below. Two viewing platforms at the top of the falls, accessible for wheelchairs, provide excellent views across lush tawa forest to rural Waikato. From the bush-lined track stairs descend steeply to a midway viewing point. Carved out by centuries of falling water, the sandstone pools form a natural amphitheatre, while the hard ring of basalt rock is a souvenir from an historic volcanic eruption.
No swimming
Wairēinga/Bridal Veil Falls © Getty Images
No dogs
10min to lookout; 0.5km
WANT MORE?
Basic fitness required
The Karioi Summit Track is a 3.5hr one way, steep yet scenic walk to a volcanic peak, 14km from Raglan.
300 steps to bottom of falls
A private hideaway, just 2 minutes to our beautiful beach walks and 5 minutes to town! Accommodation for groups & individuals. Karioi is a beautiful walk just 20 minutes drive from town, 3 to 6 hours walk from Te Toto Gorge to Karioi Road, off Ruapuke Road.
Address: 61 Marine Parade, Raglan Phone: (07) 825 8283 • Email: stay@raglanholidaypark.co.nz
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