Te Kopia Walk
Located in Maunga Kākaramea, Waiotapu and Te Kopia Scenic Reserves in the Bay of Plenty region
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Introduction
Enjoy views over a geothermal area on this short walk near Rotorua.200 m
Dog access
This short walk provide easy access to the geothermal fields of Te Kopia. Climb a short flight of stairs to reach a viewing area overlooking one of the large pools of boiling mud.
Continue onto the boardwalk to see to prostrate kānuka, a rare and endangered plant that is unique to some geothermal areas of New Zealand. At the end of the boardwalk a platform provides panoramic views from the centre of the geothermal field.
Te Kopia Walk is about 39 km south of Rotorua. At Waiotapu, turn off SH 5 onto Waikite Valley Road. Follow this for about 9 km then turn into Te Kopia Road – the track starts about 8 km down.
Caution: This is an active geothermal area where steam vents can open up unexpectedly. Stay on the track and behind barriers and keep children under close supervision.
Contacts
Rotorua Office | |
Phone: | 07 349 7400 |
Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
Email: | rotorua@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
99 Sala Street Rotorua 3010 |
Postal Address: |
PO Box 1146 Rotorua 3040 |
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Rotorua isite Visitor Information Centre | |
Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
Email: | rotoruavisitor@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
1167 Fenton St Rotorua |
Postal Address: |
Private Bag 3007 Rotorua |
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