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Waitomo and King Country tracks brochure

Published:

June 2011

This brochure describes the walking and tramping tracks in the Waitomo and King Country area - from the easy walks around Waitomo to the longer tramping tracks in the Tawarau and Whareorino forests.

Summary

The Waitomo and King Country region is a magical place. Sculptured limestone outcrops, gorges and natural bridges emerge through lush, green native forest, while underground, a world of ancient limestone formations and cave networks are home to glowworms, subterranean rivers and waterfalls.

This bbrohcure describes the walking and tramping tracks managed by the Department of Conservation where you can experience this unique limestone landscape - from the easy walks around Waitomo to the longer tramping tracks in the Tawarau and Whareorino Forests.

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Publication information

Published by Department of Conservation, Wellington.

Contact

Maniapoto Area Office
Phone: +64 7 878 1050
Email: maniapotoao@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

Learn more

Waikato tracks and walks

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Contacts

Authors and others wanting to use DOC recreation information in publications should contact recreation@doc.govt.nz

Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai