Whangamarino Wetland, Protected wetland in Waikato District, New Zealand
The wetland system spans over 7,200 hectares, containing peat bogs, swamps, open water bodies, and river networks in the North Island.
The Department of Conservation established the Whangamarino Weir in 1999 to increase water levels and expand the natural wetland area.
The Waikato-Tainui people gathered food and materials from the wetland, which provided sustenance for large community meetings.
Visitors can access the wetland through Island Block Road and Falls Road Bridge, with kayak launching points at Island Block Road.
The site holds the largest population of Australasian bittern worldwide and contains the last remaining New Zealand location of swamp helmet orchid.
GPS coordinates: -37.35980,175.16200
Latest update: March 13, 2025 23:25
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