Te Puia Lodge, Kaweka Forest Park

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Te Puia Lodge. Photo: Joe Fagan
The popular Kaweka Ranges have several trips ideal for young trampers. From ‘The Gums’ car park, the well-graded track winds its way alongside the Mohaka River, passing several good swimming spots en route to the well-appointed Te Puia Lodge. Parents and children will relish the chance to enjoy natural hot springs at both the beginning […]
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