DOC track
Meeting of the Waters Scenic Reserve walks
1.6kmEasiest
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Enjoy a picnic and take one of the short walks in this family friendly reserve.
Elevation
Climb
3m
Drop
10m
Highest point
82m
Lowest point
67m
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Forest
Longest open stretch
None
Cover mapped summer 2023/24.
Description
Picnic beside the Waiwhakaiho River and choose from two easy short walks suitable for all the family. Both walks can be accessed from the carpark.
Meeting of the Waters Walk
Time: 20 min
Stroll through tawa, kahikatea, matai and large tōtara trees.
Araheke Bush Loop Walk
Time: 45 min
Cross the Waiwhakaiho River on the suspension bridge before entering a stand of regenerating lowland forest including matai, rimu and kahikatea.
Getting there
This quiet reserve is located only 3 km south of New Plymouth on SH 3.
Weather
Forecast at the start of the track