Plan your trip to Taupo
There are many beautiful places to visit and things to do in the Taupo region. It is the ideal location for an event, conference or wedding. Let us help plan your perfect stay.
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Family friendly
Spa Park - Taupo Disc Golf Course
Come for a throw at the beautiful Spa Park Disc Golf Course! Choose between the Blue 9-hole course for family fun or challenge yourself on the world-class Red 18-hole course.
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Biking trails
Craters Mountain Bike Park
Craters MTB Park is a purpose-built mountain bike park located only a short distance from Taupō town, with trails ranging from children’s entry-level to technical cross-country and downhill trails.
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Hiking & walking trails
Rangatira Point Track
This easy walk winds through native bush along the lake edge, offering fantastic views and great picnic, swimming and fishing spots. It's perfect for families and those wanting to enjoy Lake Taupo.
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Bike parks
Taupō Bike Park
Built and maintained by locals, the Taupō Bike Park is a staple to the growing BMX scene in the Taupō region. You can spend hours here, enjoying endless rounds of high-flying dirt jumps on your bike.
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Biking trails
River Side Trail
The River Side Trail in Taupō is a scenic, two-way path along the Waikato River between Control Gates Bridge and Spa Thermal Park. Ideal for all ages, it offers gentle terrain, stunning river views, and lush native bush. The trail connects to the Rotary Ride and Huka Trails, passes Cherry Island and River Side Reserve, and climbs behind Taupo Bungy, ending at Spa Thermal Park.
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Biking trails
Craters Mountain Bike Park - Loop A
There’s nothing technical on this loop, making it perfect for first-time trailblazers and families—an excellent introduction to Craters MTB Park. It winds through epic volcanic landscapes and under towering pines, with smooth berms and mellow climbs to keep everyone cruising happily along.
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Biking trails
Poronui Trails
Nestled against the Kaimanawa Ranges and Mohaka River, Poronui Lodge offers an exclusive mountain biking experience on a 16,000-acre estate. Enjoy the thrilling rides through diverse terrains, from gravel roads to lush forests and open grasslands, all surrounded by breathtaking views.
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Biking trails
The Waipapa Trail
Begin at Bus Stop Café, enjoy narrow forest trails, see historic dam foundations, cross wetland boardwalks, and finish at Waipapa Power Station, featuring technical paths, steep sections, and stunning views of sandstone cliffs and the river. Ideal for adventurous riders seeking a challenging and scenic route
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Biking trails
42 Traverse
The 42 Traverse takes you on an adventure through remote, rugged terrain, following an old logging road in former State Forest 42. Best enjoyed in summer, it features ruts, washouts, and river crossings. With a 520m descent, it's great for experienced and intermediate riders seeking a thrilling ride and breathtaking views.
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Sports & outdoors
Gordon's Outdoor Equipment Taupo
Gordon's Outdoor Equipment specialise in providing you with all the quality equipment you need for your outdoor adventure. Whether it be skiing, snowboarding, tramping, camping, nordic walking or just walking the dog, we would love to help you!
