Start: Waterfall Road Car park
Time: 20 minutes one way - 0.7kms
This part of the track is easy and well-graded. From the car park, head upstream along the Tarawera River, across the footbridge then continue along the river until you arrive at the Falls viewing area.
It's a spectacular sight and there are signs to explain the cultural and natural significance of the area. Backtrack to the car park or continue along the walking track to the Tarawera Outlet.
Driving to Tarawera Falls requires a Tarawera Forest Access permit that permits you to travel through Tarawera Forest to get to the Tarawera Falls. Permits are $10 per vehicle for 1 day only.
Because of Health and safety concerns to the public, Māori Investments Limited (MIL) has made the decision not to issue any visitor permits for the Tarawera Falls during the weekdays (Monday - Friday).
This will take effect from Monday, 31 October 2022. Following this, permits will only be issued for weekends and public holidays ONLY and can only be purchased in-store at the isite on these days.