Piroa Falls
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Piroa FallsA Hidden gem, Piroa Falls is located on the Ahuroa River, 45-minutes' drive away from Whangarei. Falls are reached by a gorgeous 10-minutes walk through a native forest, and it's a nice stop between Auckland and Whangarei.
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Walking and driving instructions
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Piroa Falls is roughly 1.5-2 hours' drive away from Auckland City or 45 minutes from Whangarei. There is a Toll Road if you drive from Auckland. Don't forget to pay NZD 2.20 each way. From Auckland travel north on the SH-1 for 113 km, then turn left into a gravel Waipu Gorge Rd and follow it for the next 7 km. A small carpark is on your right and has a sign 'Piroa Falls'. There are no facilities there. An easy 20-minutes return walk starts from the carpark and leads to the waterfall's base. Firstly walk down the stairs, then cross the river over a concrete bridge, and follow the river until you see the falls. The track is an easy one but not suitable for a wheelchair. At the end of the path, you will find a concrete table for a picnic with the view of the waterfall. The benches are very cold, so don't forget to take something warm with you if you've got kids. |
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