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Plan & prepare

Remains for the Victoria Battery, Karangahake, Coromandel. Photo: Graeme Conway.
Remains for the Victoria Battery,
Karangahake, Coromandel

Getting there

You can reach the Karangahake Gorge by traveling south from Paeroa or north from Waihi on State Highway 2.  The gorge is located halfway between the two towns, and most of the walks start at the northern end of the gorge.

Mine tunnels

Mine tunnels and shafts are dangerous and may be hidden by vegetation. Keep to official marked tracks and do not enter tunnels unless they are clearly marked for public access.

 
Weather

NZ weather

Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Information
Karangahake Gorge historic heritage
Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Contact
Tauranga Area Office
Phone:      +64 7 578 7677
Email:   taurangainfo@doc.govt.nz
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