WalkHidden gem

Waro limestone reserve

Hikurangi, Northland

Wander among sculpted limestone outcrops in open paddock-like reserve.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
30 min

A 20 minute wander around striking limestone formations just off the highway north of Whangārei. Open grassland between the rocks makes it a great place for kids to explore.

Good to know

  • Perfect leg-stretch between Whangārei and the Bay of Islands
  • Watch your footing on wet limestone
Getting there
Short walk from the road end or car park; DOC lists it as 20 min (easy).

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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