The five Waikato River Trails
The Waikato River Trails are divided into five sections across a range of terrain from gently undulating trails to some that are steeper, rugged and more adventurous. The trails are are graded from 3 (Intermediate) to 4 (Advanced) and while they are mostly wide and smooth, some are trickier single-track trails (particularly on the Waipapa section) – a mountain bike is recommended.
The recent weather has certainly put the trees to the test!
Our maintenance guru, Kjell, has been working hard in the Whakamaru Section, just north of Tram Road, clearing away the fallen trees to ensure the trails are open for enjoyment.
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Our maintenance guru, Kjell, has been kept on his toes this winter tackling downed trees, this time in the Whakamaru Section. Should you come across any blockages on the trail, don't hesitate to give us a ring or drop a message. We'll sort it out #trailupdateraNgā Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealandew Zealand
𝟭𝟵/𝟬𝟴/𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 - 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘
We have been advised by Mercury that this work at Waipapa Dam will now be deferred to February 2025.
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𝟭𝟱/𝟬𝟴/𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 - 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘: 𝗪𝗔𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗣𝗔 𝗗𝗔𝗠 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘
Please be aware that the subsequent information from Mercury pertains solely to those traveling to the Mangarewa Suspension Bridge.
𝑀𝑒𝑟𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑦 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑏𝑒 𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑘𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑜𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑖𝑛𝑠𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑊𝑎𝑖𝑝𝑎𝑝𝑎 𝑠𝑝𝑖𝑙𝑙𝑤𝑎𝑦 𝑔𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑤ℎ𝑖𝑐ℎ 𝑖𝑠 𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑑 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑀𝑜𝑛𝑑𝑎𝑦 2𝑛𝑑 𝑆𝑒𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 - 𝑊𝑒𝑑𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑑𝑎𝑦 5𝑡ℎ 𝑆𝑒𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑛 𝑎𝑔𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑤𝑒𝑒𝑘, 𝑀𝑜𝑛𝑑𝑎𝑦 9𝑡ℎ 𝑆𝑒𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 - 𝑊𝑒𝑑𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑑𝑎𝑦 12𝑡ℎ 𝑆𝑒𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟.
𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑟𝑜𝑎𝑑 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑏𝑒 𝑐𝑙𝑜𝑠𝑒𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑓𝑓𝑖𝑐/𝑝𝑒𝑑𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑖𝑎𝑛𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑐𝑦𝑐𝑙𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑠 𝑑𝑢𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑡𝑖𝑚𝑒.
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A heartfelt thanks to the incredible team of students from Upper Atiamuri School who dedicated their morning to planting 1,000 native plants. It was also a joy for these young environmentalists to witness the growth of the plants they had previously planted.
Also, a very special thank you to New World Tokoroa for their generous donation of fruit for the children today; it was thoroughly enjoyed by them.
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Tooku awa koiora - Waikato River Authority
A heartfelt thank you to our volunteer planting team for their efforts today.
The Manulife team had an impressive turnout, with staff and their families coming in from Tokoroa, Rotorua, and Tauranga to help plant over 2,700 native trees. The weather was on our side too, making for a splendid morning for everyone involved in the event. Thank you for your hard work today and for your ongoing support of our project.
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Tooku awa koiora - Waikato River Authority
Nga mihi nui to Te Arurei a Rangatahi, Tuu Tewhatewha Tuu for a great day planting native trees along the Waikato River. Your mahi is greatly appreciated.
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Tooku awa koiora - Waikato River Authority
The 2024 Planting Season is underway!
A warm shout-out to the Mercury team and your families for braving the chilly, foggy morning to plant natives trees by Lake Atiamuri. As the fog cleared and the sun broke through, the cool air remained, yet the vigorous activity of planting 2,000 native trees quickly brought warmth to all.
We extend our heartfelt thanks for your continued support of our project.
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Tooku awa koiora - Waikato River Authority
The winter days, now in full swing, should not deter you from venturing out to explore the Waikato River Trails; the winter ambiance offers a unique experience.
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