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These scenic tracks pass through lovely bush areas including some historic points of interest. They are both excellent short walks for those wanting to explore further than the Domain. They are also great walks for children, with lots to see and explore (and if you head up there at night you may even see some glow worms).

 

Upper Domain Walk

This walk begins at the Mokena Geyser, following the Bald Spur track The track passes a large Kauri (New Zealand native) tree, an old water reservoir, and the No. 21 magnesia spring. Walkers can choose to either join on to the Lower Domain track and come out by the Te Aroha Leisure Pools, or head the other way along the Lower Domain track to end up back at the geyser.

 

Upper domain track

Classification

Short Walk

Short Walk
Time
 20 minutes (one way)
Distance
 710m
Track Rating
 Moderate
Conveniences
 In the Te Aroha Domain - parking, picnicking, playground and public toilets.
Special Attractions
 Passes historical points of interest and is suitable for visitors to the Te Aroha Domain wanting a short bush walk

 

 

Lower Domain Walk

This walk also begins at the Mokena Geyser, taking the flatter path behind the geyser. This short walk is ideal for families, suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Highlights of the walk include the No. 20 iron spring and No. 21 magnesia spring. The walk finishes at the old avairy past the Te Aroha Leisure Pools.

Map of the upper and lower domain tracks

Classification

Short Walk

Short Walk
Time
 15 minutes (one way)
Distance
 670m
Track Rating
 Moderate
Conveniences
 At the Te Aroha Domain - parking, picnicking, playground and public toilet
Special Attractions
 Passes historical points of interest in established native bush. The Te Aroha Leisure Pools and Te Aroha Mineral Spas are located in the Te Aroha Domain at the end of the walk