Pirongia Forest Park, Waikato Region, New Zealand

Pirongia Forest Park is a protected area 30 km southwest of Hamilton, New Zealand. It covers 135 square kilometres (52 sq mi) across four blocks of land – Pirongia (the largest), Te Maunga O Karioi Block, and the small Mangakino Block and Te Rauamoa Block. The park encompasses Mount Pirongia west of Pirongia and Mount Karioi near the coast southwest of Raglan.

Waireinga / Bridal Veil Falls Scenic Reserve is also in the area, but is separate to Pirongia Forest Park.

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What to do in Pirongia Forest Park:

Wild Life: Eel, Riroriro (Grey Warbler), Piropiro (Tomtits), Pirairaka (Fantail), Ruru (Morepork), Silvereye, Kotare (Kingfisher), Kahu (Australasian Harrier), Popokatea (Whitehead), Titipounamu (Rifleman), Pihoihoi (New Zealand Pipit), Kereru, Tui, Korimako (Bellbird), Karearea (New Zealand Falcon), Kaka, Giant Kokopu, Short-jawed Kokupu, Banded Kokopu, Bully, Freshwater Crayfish, Lamprey, Long-finned Eel, Short-finned Eel, Glowworm and Gecko
Adventure: Hunting, Fishing, Picnicking, Hiking, Swimming, Tramping, Camping, Bird Watching, Walking

Where is Pirongia Forest Park:

Region: The Park is centred around the Pirongia mountain.
Location: Otorohanga district, Waikato region, New Zealand

When & how to get to Pirongia Forest Park:

Best Time to Visit: 01-Nov to 30-Apr
Getting There: From Otorohanga take State Highway 31 towards Kawhia, and the turn-off to Pirongia is about 15 kilometres further on.
Nearest Town: Te Awamutu
Nearest Airport: Hamilton
Nearest Railway Station: Otorohanga

Where to stay (Lodges / Guest Houses / Camps / Resorts / Hotels):

Accommodation: Pirongia has three free campsites:

1. in a grassy clearing 45 minutes into the Nikau Walk (with toilets)
2. halfway along the Bell Track (no toilets)
3. at Pahautea Hut, close to Mt Pirongia’s summit (with toilets).

You can also stay in Pirongia Forest Park Lodge which is situated at the end of Grey Rd. It is a residential outdoor education facility available for hire.

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Climate & Weather conditions in Pirongia Forest Park:

Temp: 8 c to 18 c
Rainfall: 2400 cm
Altitude: 959 m

Other details about Pirongia Forest Park:

Established: 1971
Area: 170 sq km
Language: English and Maori