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Waioeka Scenic Reserve

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This is New Zealand's largest scenic reserve, covering 1800ha along the Opotiki to Gisborne highway. The area was cleared for farming after World War I, but has been allowed to revert to its natural wild state after farming was abandoned.

The Waioeka River flows through the park, and offers excellent trout fishing and swimming in a private, peaceful and natural environment. Hunting, hiking, camping, picnics, canoeing, river rafting and swimming are other options for a great day outdoors.

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Walk the Tauranga Track - moderate walking, 2hrs return on loop track. Or try one of the other tracks Camp in the park at Manganuku Stream camping area Head down the gorge in a canoe, or go rafting Try your luck fishing for rainbow trout Go hunting. Permit required Have a dip in a swimming hole or stream Drive through the 50km of Opotiki to Gisborne highway that passes through the park.

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DOC Rotorua Lakes Area Office
14-16 Scott Street
Rotorua Rotorua
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