
Arapuni Suspension Bridge
Walk the historic Arapuni Suspension Bridge, 152m long and 54m above the Waikato River. Free entry, 15 minutes return, steep steps, great gorge views. Built in 1925.

Walk the historic Arapuni Suspension Bridge, 152m long and 54m above the Waikato River. Free entry, 15 minutes return, steep steps, great gorge views. Built in 1925.

Jim Barnett Reserve near Putaruru, 13 tracks through native bush, 45 minutes, easy walking. 1000-year-old totara tree, basic camping on site, 20km from Putaruru.

4.7km walk to one of NZ’s clearest water sources near Putaruru. Both entrances now open after 2025 upgrade. Parking tips, swimming rules, short walk option from Leslie Road covered.