The Tairua River Trail is a scenic walking and cycle route along the banks of the Tairua River in the beautiful eastern Coromandel. 
Starting at the Waterways in Pauanui, it winds its way 6.4km through mangroves, native forest and rolling farmland to a point downstream from Hikuai. When complete, it will link the communities of Tairua and Pauanui and be a terrific addition to the Coromandel's network of trails.

OUR VISION  - CONNECTING TWO COMMUNITIES

With resource consent now granted, we're seeking funding and donations to complete the 15km route between Tairua and Pauanui, via a bridge across the Tairua River and a trail along its northern bank into Tairua.

The completed trail will deliver benefits to the region, including:
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- A safe, scenic, off-road trail to be enjoyed by all.
- Benefits of increased "cycle tourism" for local business.
- Native tree planting and pest trapping along the route.
- Better access to historic and culturally significant sites.
- Pedestrian safety improvements south of Tairua town centre.
- Health benefits from increased trail use.
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 The Tairua River Trail has proven popular for locals and tourists alike particularly during the summer holiday periods.

Our trail counter records the number of users on a daily basis which demonstrates the popularity of the existing trail.