Hunua Falls
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Hunua FallsHunua Falls is located in the western part of the Hunua Ranges Regional Park, within the Auckland region. This striking 30-metre waterfall is part of the Wairoa River, which winds its way through the remnants of an ancient volcano as it flows north toward the township of Clevedon and eventually into the Hauraki Gulf. Known for its natural beauty and popularity with locals, Hunua Falls is considered one of New Zealand’s must-visit waterfalls.
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Walking and driving instructions
Hunua Falls is located approximately 45 to 60 minutes from Auckland City, with sealed roads the entire way. To reach the falls from Auckland, head south on State Highway 1 (SH1) and take the Papakura exit. Turn left onto Beach Road, which becomes Settlement Road. Continue until you reach Dominion Road, then turn right and shortly after, turn left onto Hunua Road. This scenic, winding route leads you to the village of Hunua. After approximately 10.5 km, watch for signs to ‘Hunua Falls.’ Turn left onto White Road, continue for 1.2 km, then turn right onto Falls Road and drive a further 2.3 km. You’ll arrive at a spacious, well-maintained car park managed by Auckland Council, which includes toilets and a pleasant picnic area with several tables. Please note that the park entrance gate operates automatically—it opens at 8 am and closes at 9 pm during Daylight Saving Time, or at 7 pm outside of Daylight Saving, so be sure to plan your visit accordingly. A short, easy path—suitable for all abilities—leads from the car park to a viewing platform at the base of the falls. This walk takes only 2 to 5 minutes. There’s also a scenic photo frame installed at the viewpoint, ideal for capturing memorable shots of the waterfall. In addition, there are two walking tracks that offer different views of the falls:
Please note: Swimming at Hunua Falls is not recommended due to a high number of drowning incidents in the area. |
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