Hike to Huka Falls

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Activities:

Photography, Swimming, Hiking
Skill Level:

Beginner
Season:

Year Round
Trail Type:

Out-and-Back
RT Distance:

3.7 Miles

Easy Parking

Family Friendly

Hot Springs

River

Waterfall

Huka Falls is located extremely close to Taupo and offers an easy to do with people of any ability. Enjoy a beautiful waterfall and river and hot pools on the walk in.

This hike begins in the Spa Thermal Park and there is one clear path to follow. After a couple minutes there is a bridge that crosses over a small section of the lake. This section of the lake is formed by several hot pools and is a great place to swim for a bit. From here the trail continues along the left bank of the river. The trail is mostly flat but has occasional slight uphills and downhills.

Pack List

Walking shoes
Water
Camera
Swimming Suit

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Law student at the University of Michigan. Born and raised in Boulder, CO. In love with the outdoors and all it has to offer.

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