Mangawhero Forest Walk
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Forecast point: Waitonga Falls (1180m) · 9.8km away
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Explore the forest on this loop track close to Ohakune.
Elevation
Cover mapped summer 2023/24.
Description
The track starts at the same entrance as the Rimu Walk.
After crossing the Mangawhero River, the track leads into a forest of kāmahi, broadleaf and five finger, with giant rimu, mataī and kahikatea reaching 30 metres or more above the forest floor. Immediately after passing through a cut log the track crosses a large volcanic crater.
At its highest point, the track crosses Ohakune Mountain Road. The track then descends down a gentle grandient back to the Ohakune DOC office.
Getting there
The walk starts opposite the Ohakune DOC office at the bottom of the Ohakune Mountain Road.
Follow signage for Turoa ski field for 2 km from Ohakune township. The carpark is located on the left before Ohakune Mountain Road continues into the forest.
Know before you go
- Toilets are located at the carpark at the start of the track.
- Take all rubbish home with you.
- Dogs and drones are not allowed.
- Bikes are not allowed.
No drones
Flying a drone without a permit is strictly prohibited.
Nearby
Weather
Forecast at the start of the track