Owharoa Bridge To Close For Urgent Repairs

Please be advised that there will be a closure of the Owharoa Bridge at Waitawheta Road whilst urgent repairs are undertaken.  

The period of closure is from 20 May - 10 June 2019.

The closure of the bridge will affect riders wanting to travel between Waihi/Waikino to Karangahake.  Riders will still be able to access Victoria Battery/Falls Retreat and Owharoa Falls from the Waikino/Waihi side of the trail. 

Riders wanting to ride the tunnel section from Paeroa, or Karangahake will not be able to cross the bridge to reach the Owharoa Falls. 

We apologise for any inconvenience caused during this time.