Te U Route
Located in Ōpōtiki area and Waioeka Conservation Area in the East Coast region
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Introduction
Te U Route travels from the Waiotahi Valley Road end to Te U Bivvy (staff accommodation) in the Waioeka Conservation Area.15.5 km
Dog access
From Waiotahi Valley Road end follow the Waiotahi River which has numerous benched sections all the way up to a fork where the route leaves the river and heads up a spur. Follow the well marked spur up and over the saddle into the Kaharoa Stream. Follow the Kaharoa downstream to Te U Bivvy on the true left.
Note: At 2013, NZTopo50 BF40 Matahi map shows the ridge section incorrectly.
From Opotiki, follow SH2 west. After approx. 15 km, turn left onto Toone Rd, then after approx. 2 km right onto Waiotahi Valley Rd. Follow Waiotahi Valley Road to the end - approx. 17 km.
The route is suitable for fit trampers with good navigational skills and backcountry experience.
Check river levels and weather before you go as rivers can rise rapidly.
Stay safe in the outdoors
- Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it.
- Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts.
- Pack warm clothes and extra food. Check gear lists.
- Share your plans and take ways to get help. Share directly or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk. Take a distress beacon.
- Take care of yourself and each other.
Contacts
| Opotiki Office | |
| Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | easternbop@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
70 Bridge Street Opotiki |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 326 Opotiki 3162 |
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| Turanganui-a-Kiwa / Gisborne Office | |
| Phone: | 0800 275 362 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | gisborne@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
63 Carnarvon Street Gisborne 4010 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 668 Gisborne 4040 |
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