Experience the special places of the Taranaki region, including the Dawson Falls and North Egmont areas of Egmont National Park and Ngā Motu/Sugar Loaf Islands.
Read about the places you can visit in the Taranaki area, including Dawson Falls, Tapuae and Parininihi Marine Reserves and the nationally significant Te Koru Pa Historic Reserve.
From forest parks to scenic reserves, alpine areas to protected coasts, there are hundreds of special conservation places.
Discover the places of the Waikato region, including Pureora Forest Park, Pirongia Forest Park and Ruakuri Caves and Bush Scenic Reserve.
Find out more about places to visit in the Manawatu/Whanganui region, including Western Ruahine Forest Park and the Mangapurua/Kaiwhakauka valleys, in Whanganui National Park.
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Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.
Have your say on conservation in your community
Follow the Outdoor Safety Code: 1. Plan your trip 2. Tell someone 3. Be aware of the weather 4. Know your limits 5. Take sufficient supplies
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