Rangatira Point Track

Three carparks along the length of the track provide options for shorter or longer walks.

From the first carpark, the track follows around the lakeshore to Tōtara Bay and provides excellent views of the lake back towards Taupō and Mount Tauhara. There is a large group of pines at Te Karaka Point at the far end of the bay. A sidetrack from this point leads back to Acacia Bay Road and the second carpark.

The main track continues to Rangatira Point, where again there is a sidetrack to Acacia Bay Road and the third carpark.

The final section of the track continues out to Whakamoenga Point and passes at through private property - keep to the track marked as public access.

Return via the same track, or by using Acacia Bay Road.

Whakamoenga Point

At Whakamoenga Point you can explore the flat volcanic rocks and enjoy the views towards the south and west, taking in the expanse of Lake Taupō, and on a clear day the mountains of the Tongariro National Park.

This is a popular spot for swimming, fishing, and picnicking and is only a 30-minute walk from the third carpark.

Getting there

Follow Acacia Bay Road past the boat ramp and on for another 2 km. The track starts at the first carpark on the left, but can also be started from two more carparks further down the road.