Tramper at stream by Aongatete Lodge Campsite, Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park
Fantails, kereru and tomtits dwell in Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park. Visit the many beautiful locations in Kamai Mamaku Forest Park.
Enjoy the historic character of the northern Kaimai or go tramping or hunting in the central or southern zones. The unusual combination of semi-coastal and alpine plant species makes this forest unique and highly significant.
You can stay in huts or camp in Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park.
Find out what you can do to plan and prepare for your visit to Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park.
The Waiorongomai Valley in the Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park contains the historic site of the Piako County Tramway, New Zealand's oldest tramway. You can walk in the valley through regenerating native bush.
Introduce year 7-8 students to the gold mining history of the Waiorongomai Valley near Te Aroha.
This brochure is a guide to walks and tracks in the Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park area which covers approximately 37,000 hectares.
Find businesses that are DOC-approved to provide activities and services in Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park.
Kaimai to coast brochure (PDF, 1,497K)
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New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres
Waitawheta Bush Tramway
Follow the Outdoor Safety Code: 1. Plan your trip 2. Tell someone 3. Be aware of the weather 4. Know your limits 5. Take sufficient supplies
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