Mokaihaha Ecological Area
Introduction
Miro are plentiful in the Mokaihaha
Ecological Area
Mokaihaha is rich in Maori history and has high conservation and scientific values. The area contains trails once used by Maori travelling between the Waikato and Rotorua. It has the largest remaining block of the extensive native forest that once covered the Mamaku Plateau.
Location
Mokaihaha Ecological Area is situated on the Mamaku Plateau, 9.6 km south-east of the Mamaku township on South Rd.
Features
Rimu, miro and matai are plentiful and the bird life includes tui, kereru, bellbird and fantail. Flocks of kaka (native parrots) entertain walkers, and the endangered kokako can be heard in the dawn chorus. Short-tailed bats are also present.
Tracks and walks
Large podocarps and a chance to hear kaka and other native birdlife while walking along the Mokaihaha Track which takes you past Lake Rotohokahoka.
Plan and prepare
Dogs, horses, vehicles (including bikes and motorbikes), fires, removal of plants or animals, and hunting without a permit are not permitted in the Mokaihaha Ecological Area.