Kai Iwi Lakes - Taharoa Domain -approx 25 minutes north/west of Dargaville
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With its clear sparking lakes, the domain is a shining jewel on Northland's west coast. The freshwater dune lakes of Kai Iwi, Taharoa and Waikare are renowned for their beauty and clear waters
The 538 hectare recreation reserve offers sheltered camping, a wide range of recreational opportunities and supports a rich variety of native bird, animal and plant life.
Recreational opportunities include picnicking, swimming, boating, kayaking, water and jet skiing, sail boarding, diving, trout fishing and yachting. There is also an extensive walking track around Lake Taharoa and a 2.5 km walk from the domain to the Ripiro ocean beach.
Camping is available at two sheltered camping grounds (Promenade Point and Pine Beach).
Cold water showers and neither campground offers powered sites.
The Kai Iwi Lakes are 35 kilometres north of Dargaville on a sealed road.
Booking essential over the Christmas/New Year period. Ph 09 439 0986 for bookings at the camp.
please note - no dogs allowed at Kai Iwi Lakes
There is also the Wai Hou Oma Lodge only a few minutes from the Lakes - enquire at the Visitor Information Centre, Dargaville 09 439 4975 or email kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz
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WOW - what an amazing location for a holiday, a day out with a picnic lunch, a swim, fishing for trout, perhaps a 2.5 km walk from the domain to the Ripiro ocean beach |
