Old boiler from the Tararua Timber Mill
Otaki Forks is the main western entrance to the Tararua Forest Park. Two tributaries, the Waiotauru River and Waitatapia Stream, meet the Otaki River here.
Otaki Forks has been developed for a wide range of activities.
Open river terraces and regenerating bush surrounding Otaki Forks reflect the farming and sawmilling history.
Visitors to Otaki Forks can picnic at Boielle Flat, swim in the Waiotauru River, raft or kayak the Otaki River gorge, or enjoy short walks through Tararua Forest Park.
At Otaki Forks you'll find a camping area and several huts within a day's walk.
Find out how you get to Otaki Forks in Tararua Forest Park and review the safety and other rules you need to follow to look after yourself and the park.
Tararua Forest Park near Wellington features an abundance of tramping and hunting opportunities.
Otaki Forks factsheet (PDF, 285K)
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New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres
Important notices about DOC managed areas in the Wellington region
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Footnotes - Wellington Hawke's Bay Conservancy newsletter
Stop the spread of didymoCheck, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.
Safety information
Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.
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