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Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway field trip

Bay of Plenty region

Karangahake Gorge. Photo: M.Charters.

Karangahake Gorge

Map of New Zealand showing the Bay of Plenty region.

Karangahake Gorge Historical Walkway is situated on SH 2 between Paeroa and Waihi. The walkway follows part of the old railway line that was closed in 1979, allowing the public access to historical sites associated with gold mining from the 1870s through to the 1950s.

The region combines gold mining history and natural beauty, much of it accessible through a variety of walks.

The historic walkways through Karangahake Gorge offer opportunities for studying resource management issues related to gold mining and water quality.

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Highlights:

Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway

Situated at the base of the Coromandel Range, the Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway follows the old railway line between Paeroa and Waihi, giving access to impressive remains from the mining and railway eras.

Historic Karangahake Gorge

Situated between Paeroa and Waikino, the Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway follows the old railway line through the gorge. The walkway passes a number of notable rail and mining heritage sites.

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2012 Meridian sustainability calendar (PDF, 1100K)

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LEARNZ website Register for a conservation/biodiversity virtual field trip

Natural Heritage Collection website offers schools free images of NZ's native species

View the Wildtrack children's nature series on NZ on Screen

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Contact your local DOC office

Or email conservED@doc.govt.nz