Oct 31, 2025 Waikato River
We went slightly farther afield to another river trail today, along New Zealand’s longest river, the Waikato. Our hike today started by crossing a swing bridge over the river as it flowed out of Arapuni Lake through the Arapuni Dam Powerhouse. The bridge was built in 1926 for workers to cross the river to build the dam and powerhouse!
The suspension bridge, with a view of the powerhouse below!
We hiked along the bluff above the river, past paddocks with cows, then descended level with the river which was swollen with recent storm waters.
We had a wonderful hike along the river with a picnic lunch along the way. We returned to the Hotel and enjoyed the evening at the Pub, watching the locals play pool and conversing with them.
No Trick-or-Treats or Halloween decor, but a pleasant evening. No dip in the hot spring at midnight either!