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Cookson Kauri Walk
Thames, Waikato
A steep stair walk from Wainora campsite to a giant kauri, with views of Table Mountain.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
Over 700 steps climb through forest to a large kauri known as the Cookson tree, with views to Table Mountain on the way. It is a decent wet-weather alternative to the Pinnacles. You come back the same way.
Good to know
- DOC suggests this as a wet-weather option
- Clean boots at the stations
- Start from Wainora campsite
- Best time
- Wet or hazy day
- Getting there
- Gravel valley road beyond the visitor centre, track starts at Wainora campsite
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- No dogs
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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