Attractions & Activities
There are many attractions in and around Te Awamutu for all ages. Of special interest are the world-renowned Rose Gardens.
In Te Awamutu
Walks in Town
- Pioneer Walk: Easy 15-minute walk from Sculpture Park to the Memorial Park.
- Heritage Trails: Two walking tours of local history—one in Te Awamutu (1½ hours) and one in Kihikihi (1 hour). Each point of interest has an information sign.
Nearby Reserves & Walking Tracks
Lake Ngaroto
Includes a relatively easy 90-minute walk around the lake. The walkway is mostly flat and includes stretches of boardwalk, dirt and grass pathways.
Includes a relatively easy 90-minute walk around the lake. The walkway is mostly flat and includes stretches of boardwalk, dirt and grass pathways.
Yarndley's Bush
An easy 30 minute walk though one of the largest Kahikatea stands in the North Island. The track is wooden boardwalk from start to finish.
An easy 30 minute walk though one of the largest Kahikatea stands in the North Island. The track is wooden boardwalk from start to finish.
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari
New Zealand's most ambitious conservation project offers a variety of bush walks including a 16m canopy tower, a range of guided day and night tours and an informative Visitor Centre.
New Zealand's most ambitious conservation project offers a variety of bush walks including a 16m canopy tower, a range of guided day and night tours and an informative Visitor Centre.
Walter Scott Bush Reserve
At Ngutunui, on the way to Kawhia. Includes two easy/moderate walks—one is about 30 minutes and the other is about 2 hours.
At Ngutunui, on the way to Kawhia. Includes two easy/moderate walks—one is about 30 minutes and the other is about 2 hours.
Mt. Kakepuku
About 11km from Te Awamutu. A 1½ - 2 hour walk to the summit (450m).
About 11km from Te Awamutu. A 1½ - 2 hour walk to the summit (450m).
Mt. Pirongia
About 22km from Te Awamutu (959m).
About 22km from Te Awamutu (959m).
Other Attractions & Activities
- Private Gardens: Visits by arrangement.
- Alphra Lavendars: Lavendar farm.
- Pirongia Clydesdales: Stable visits, wagon rides & more.
- Threadbear Cottage: Crafts & Collectables.
- Rock Climbing: Nearby Wharepapa is one of the best rock climbing areas in New Zealand. For more information, visit the "Climb New Zealand" website at www.climb.co.nz
