WildlifeHidden gem
Waipu Lagoons
Bell Block, Taranaki
Small coastal wetland on the edge of New Plymouth for birdwatching and an easy short walk.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 45 min
A wetland reserve of lagoons and raupō edges just east of town, with short tracks and bird hides that suit a quick leg-stretch. Look for waterfowl and, with luck, a few less common wetland birds.
Good to know
- Early morning is best for birds
- Bring binoculars
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Short drive off SH3 at Bell Block, small car park
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- No dogs
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