Tāne Mahuta
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
New Zealand's largest known living kauri tree, located in Waipoua Forest, Northland. Standing over 51 meters tall with a 13-meter trunk girth, it is believed to be 1,250 to 2,500 years old.

📜 New Zealand's largest known living kauri tree, a remnant of ancient subtropical rainforest.
🔍 Named after the Maori god of the forest, Tāne Mahuta means 'Lord of the Forest'.

Why Go

🌳 Witness the majestic Tāne Mahuta, a tree of immense size and ancient presence
🚶 Enjoy an easy, wheelchair-accessible walk through a cooling forest canopy
🌿 Learn about Maori mythology and the spiritual significance of the forest

Why Avoid

🚫 Risk of kauri dieback disease, requiring strict biosecurity measures
🐕 Dogs generally not allowed on conservation land

Tips

👟 Clean shoes at wash stations to prevent kauri dieback
⚠️ Stay on the track to protect sensitive kauri roots

Hours

🕒 Daily, 9 am - 5 pm (Dec-Feb), 9 am - 4 pm (Mar), 9 am - 3 pm (Apr-Jun). Closed Christmas Day.

🅿️ Parking

Free car park available with picnic area.

🚻 Toilets

Available near the car park, locked overnight.

Last updated 28 days ago

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