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Haruru Falls💦💦 is a 5m high waterfall near the settlement of Haruru in the Far North District, about 5km West of Paihia. In Te Reo Māori the word "Haruru" means "continuous noise" or "roar" 🔊 The lagoon on the downstream side of the falls was New Zealand's 🇳🇿 first river port, used by both Māori and early missionaries ⛪️ This is where the mighty Waitangi River is strongest 😲 and the Haruru Falls walking track 🚶♀️🚶♂️follows the water as it ebbs towards the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and out into the Bay ⛵️ It is a short walk 🚶♀️ to the falls from the Haruru carpark 🚗 There are a few steep steps The track is about 6km 😰 and will take you (not me) 2.5 hours to walk one way. It’s a ‘there and back track’ so you can either park your car 🚗 by the entrance to the track at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, or in the carpark at Haruru Falls. Parts of it is quite a nice walk, but a lot of it is steep with steps.
Joanie Badenhorst-AwasthiJoanie Badenhorst-Awasthi
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One more must visit place! It’s a very short walk to the falls from the parking area, and they ar pretty amazing to see! One of our favorite stops on our New Zealand road trip. There is seating to overlook the falls where you can relax and have lunch or a snack. Some visitors will swim at the base of the falls, but the river currents can be tricky, so be careful! Just add it to your list of places to visit on your New Zealand road trip! If you are lucky, and the sun angle is good, you might even see a rainbow in the mist. (As we did!)
Mark PittsMark Pitts
20
Haruru Falls is small, but beautiful. I especially like the sinewy green slime or algae that flows with the water as it rushes over the edge. I came during the dry month so you can walk out onto the middle of the river. I saw a grandpa bathing as his granddaughter looked on. Note, the car park is closed & locked at 5pm. If you plan to stay longer and hike the 3-mi. / 5-km Kiwi Track/Trail that takes you along the river banks below the falls, it'd be better to park outside the car park on the side of the road.
Aspen KnightAspen Knight
10
Beautiful stop to marvel at the waterfall that contains rich NZ history surrounding its origins. The rivine itself needs a bit of attending though, as it looks to have a slight bit of sewage overflow causing foam build up. The ledge leading down to the rocks could do with a bit of attending, the loose gravel at an angle can cause a slip when walking down, not major, but still unpleasant - saw two slips whilst there. Overall a nice quick stop in Haruru.
N JN J
00
Amazing waterfall the view and a great stop on the way to Paihia. Good parking and toilet facilities. For those up for a walk exit the carpark on the left and take the pathway to the left. This takes you through to Waitangi Treaty Grounds approx 6kms. Walk to the mangroves and bridge 3kms on way. Excellent views of the river and inlet. Good selection bird life to spot, tui,wood pigeons, shags who often nest in the trees to name a few.
Dianne MillerDianne Miller
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Powerful falls! The sound of waves gushing over the rocks is spectacular. Adequate car parking about 50 meters from the viewing point. Easy walk down some steps along the path, suitable for all levels of fitness. Apart from the falls, the location isn’t very exciting, surrounded by urban homes up the hills across from the falls. Small run-down bridge to cross over the river could be something spectacular, lost opportunity.
Ricky BlazeRicky Blaze
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Nearby Attractions Of Haruru Falls
Waterfalls Estate - Holiday Park
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Nearby Restaurants Of Haruru Falls
PhatHouse Brewing Co.
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80 Haruru Falls Road, Waitangi 0293, New Zealand
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Haruru Falls is a five-metre-high waterfall of the near the town of Haruru, and 4 kilometres east from Paihia in the Far North District of New Zealand. Haruru means "continuous noise or roar" in Māori. The lagoon around the Falls was New Zealand's first river port, used heavily by Māori and missionaries alike.
attractions: Waterfalls Estate - Holiday Park, Bledisloe Domain, restaurants: PhatHouse Brewing Co., Twin Pines Manor
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