Te Ara Ahi – Thermal by Bike Trail winds through the hills and valleys to the South of Rotorua. The trail offers a 66km adventure through a thermal wonderland of steaming vents, bubbling mud pools and spectacular geysers.
Between the trail heads at Rotorua and the Waikite Valley Thermal Pools, this cycle trail takes riders to four significant geothermal fields: Whakarewarewa, Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Waikite Valley Thermal Springs. Each has its own unique geothermal features, including rare flora and fauna, and is rich in Maori history and folklore.
Other unique features along the trail include the Lake Okaro restoration project (re-established wetland), Rainbow Mountain, Te Ranga Hot Pools and the Waikite Geothermal Field. Most of the geothermal areas are well established tourist attractions, with a wide range of amenities such as cafés, souvenir shops, toilets and bike storage facilities.
Please Note:
Despite the close proximity to the road, this cache is not a recommended 'park and grab.' This is a busy highway and vehicles travel at speed. Ideally, the best way to access the cache is by either cycling or walking the trail.
The Cache: This is a log only hide. Please bring your own pen/cil. A pair of tweezers might also prove useful.