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Aratiatia Dam – Waikato River loop from Tauhara
02:52
38.1km
490m
Mountain biking
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 13, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
Please check local regulations for:
Waikato River Conservation Area
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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5.56 km
View of the Waikato River on the Road to Huka Falls
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6.00 km
Bridge to Huka Falls
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6.79 km
Huka Falls
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9.99 km
Waikato River
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12.7 km
Lake Aratiatia
Lake
13.8 km
Aratiatia Dam
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19.2 km
Thermal Stream
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20.8 km
Waikato River
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33.3 km
Lake Taupo Lookout
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38.1 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
13.8 km
13.0 km
6.21 km
4.20 km
711 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
16.0 km
9.67 km
6.52 km
3.26 km
2.59 km
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Elevation
Highest point (470 m)
Lowest point (330 m)
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Sunday 31 May
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Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h
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