Walks

Wairere Falls
The Wairere Falls are set amongst the beautiful bush of the Kaimai Ranges and drop over the Okauia Fault in two stages. The two sections of the walk through groves of native trees provide spectacular views of the falls and the district.
Start: Goodwin Road, off Te Aroha-Okauia Road
Time to first lookout: 45mins
Time to second lookout: 45mins

Kaimai Summit Loop Track
A pretty short walk through New Zealand bush, including a small river crossing.
Start: Kaimai Summit, State Highway 29
Time: 20mins
Distance: 500m

Centennial Drive
Centennial Drive is a stunning botanical park winding it’s way through the Matamata town centre, featuring a wide variety of trees from all over the world.
Start: Firth Street, Matamata
Time: 15mins
Distance: 1km

Tom Grant Drive
Tom Grant Drive is the extension of Centennial Drive, continuing through the residential area of Matamata.
Start: Rawhiti Avenue, Matamata
Time: 20mins
Distance: 1.3kms

Heritage Trail
View some of Matamata’s beautiful historic trees, gardens, parks and buildings on the Matamata Heritage Trail. Pick up a guide from the Information Centre.
Start: Railway Plantation, behind the Information Centre
Time: 1hr 45mins
Distance: 5.3kms