Waharau Regional park. 21km just 16 min drive from Miranda. On the eastern side of the rugged Hunua Ranges, Waharau extends from the range to the coast. Enjoy farmland, river banks and forest for camping, picnics, walking and mountain biking. This park is huge with both easy and challenging terrain, but the views over the Firth[Read More]
Walks
Kauaeranga Valley
The visitors centre is at the back of Thames, although there are a number of walking tracks in this large Valley to choose from from full day to many short, 1-2 hour walks. Checkout their website for more details. Additionally, the visitors centre is running some special twilight walks, gold panning, gum polishing and other[Read More]
Karangahake Gorge
The drive through here is stunning, as is the scenery for those who have a spare hour for the easy ‘Windows walk’ through the Karangahake bush, steams and tunnels. Parking and toilets are provided at the entrance to the walk. If you have time, continue your drive through to Waihi and the beach
Matamata & District
If you want a good day trip to the south, them there’s a lot going on in the farming district. Matamata, 75min from Miranda, is a nice country town, with ample walks and things to do. Start at the Matamata iSite Centre Hobbiton Movie Set Allow 90 minutes drive from Miranda. The Hobbiton Movie set[Read More]
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