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Rotorua

Highlights

  • Lake Ōkareka Walkway
  • Horse Trekking

Proximity

  • by car:

    12km from Rotorua

The charming town of Lake Ōkareka is situated in the picturesque setting of hills, native forest and farmland off the main tourist route.

Lake Ōkareka lies around 12km south-east of Rotorua, towards Lake Tarawera. The lake itself, which this small community sits beside, is fairly small at less than 10km in circumference and relatively shallow compared to some of the region’s other lakes. Situated in the picturesque setting of hills, native forest and farmland, the township has a quietness and charm to it and because Lake Ōkareka is off the main tourist routes, it is less frequented by visitors.

The lake, forest, reserves and walking tracks offer a range of recreational opportunities for both local residents and visitors and is a popular spot for anglers.

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The Redwoods Treewalk is a over half a kilometre long walkway that consists of a series of 21 suspension bridges - a delight for both kids and adults.

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