Paengaroa Scenic Reserve
Introduction
Paengaroa is a special place for plants. It has a remarkable concentration of rare species and the greatest concentration of divaricating plants for any similar sized area in New Zealand, making it a botanical treasure trove.
Features
Swing bridge over the Hautapu River,
Paengaroa Scenic Reserve
Paengaroa is home to many very special plants. Some are nationally rare, such as Olearia gardneri, and others such as Coprosma obconica is known only at one other North Island site and a few South Island sites.
The 107-hectare scenic reserve is recognised as a Mainland Island.
Volunteer opportunities
There are several different volunteer opportunities available to the public in this area.
Location
Located northwest of Taihape, approximately 4 km west off SH 1.
Getting there
Paengaroa is located near the village of Mataroa. Turn west along Mataroa Road, three kilometres north of Taihape on State Highway 1.
Places to stay
The closest town is Taihape, where accommodation is available. There are camping opportunities in the region, managed by local authorities (not the Department of Conservation).
Plan and prepare
Can be very cold in winter and hot in summer. There is no water available at this location, and we would advise you to take food and drink with you.
Dogs and fires are not permitted in this reserve.
Location map
