Blue Lake Track
Located in Lake Tikitapu Scenic Reserve in the Bay of Plenty region
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Introduction
Enjoy native bush and quiet beaches. The track provides good opportunities to look out over the Blue Lake (Tikitapu) and Green Lake (Rotokakahi).Going in a clockwise direction, the track begins at the north-east end of the Lake. Head along the shore and follow the roadside section south, watching for oncoming traffic.
About a third of the way, the track enters the bush, following the lake until coming to a secluded beach at the south end. Head up the stairs to the car park and take a right to continue around the lake.
The track continues at this elevation heading north through Whakarewarewa Forest. The track slowly descends into native bush to the lake level and exits at the north-eastern side of the beach.
At the northern side of the lake is a boat ramp. The Blue Lake beaches and surrounding grassed areas are all popular for summer picnics. Facilities include toilets, rubbish bins, a children's playground, barbecues and swimming areas.
For longer excursions into the Redwoods and Whakarewarewa Forest, contact the Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre on Long Mile Rd, off Tarawera Rd, phone +64 7 350 0110 or see www.redwoods.co.nz.
Tikitapu / Blue Lake is situated 9 km south-east of Rotorua, via Te Ngae Road then a right turn at the roundabout into Tarawera Road.
Stop the spread and keep Rotorua lakes free of pest fish
Koi carp Image: Dave West
Report any sightings of koi carp (3-70 cm) or catfish (3-40 cm). Other fish of particular concern are rudd and gambusia.
You can help by photographing any specimens caught and forwarding to your local DOC office and by following Check Clean Dry protocols.
Invasive species are a problem because they reduce water quality and can compete with native species and trout.
For further information, or to report suspicious fish, contact your local DOC office or phone 0800 DOC HOT (0800 362 468)
Contacts
| DOC Customer Service Centre | |
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| Phone | 0800 275 362 |
| rotorua@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | DOC offices |