Huka Falls, Waterfall and tourist attraction in Taupo, New Zealand
The Waikato River narrows from 100 meters to 15 meters wide before dropping 11 meters into a pool, creating powerful water flows at Huka Falls.
The falls gained recognition in the early 20th century when New Zealand developed its first major hydroelectric power schemes along the Waikato River system.
The name Huka derives from the Maori word for foam, reflecting the intense white water produced by the natural rock formation.
Multiple viewing platforms connected by paved walking tracks offer different perspectives of the falls, with free parking available near the main entrance.
The falls process 220,000 liters of water per second through their narrow channel, equivalent to filling an Olympic swimming pool in 11 seconds.
Location: Taupō District
Height: 11 m
Width: 15 m
Part of: Waikato River
GPS coordinates: -38.64875,176.08992
Latest update: May 27, 2025 12:51
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