Wairēinga / Bridal Veil Falls, Waterfall in Waikato, New Zealand
The Wairēinga Falls drops 55 meters over a basalt cliff, forming a large plunge pool at its base in the Pakoka River system.
The waterfall formed 2.57 million years ago when an Okete Volcanics vent eruption blocked the valley with basalt deposits.
The Māori name Wairēinga translates to 'leaping waters' in reference to the way water moves from the cliff edge to the pool below.
The site includes four viewing platforms, toilets, a parking area, and 261 steps leading to different observation points around the falls.
The surrounding 217-hectare scenic reserve contains endangered plant species, including the rare spider orchid Corybas 'Kaitarakihi'.
GPS coordinates: -37.90860,174.89667
Latest update: March 5, 2025 07:43
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