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Logging
Whaka Forest is an active commercial logging area. Some areas may be closed at times. Please obey all signage.


Temporary Disruptions
Kia ora koutou, Timberlands Limited are starting thinning operations in Whakarewarewa Forest commencing Tuesday 17th June. Operations...
Tony Knauf
Jun 171 min read


Pre-Plant Spray Operation
Kia ora koutou, Timberlands Limited are carrying out aerial operations on Tuesday 10th June 6:00am – 12:00pm . Please see the...
Tony Knauf
Jun 91 min read


🚧 TRAIL STATUS UPDATE – TAWA HILL 🚧 21 May 2025
Logging season is wrapping up for winter so check the map below to see what’s open and closed right now ✅❌ 🛻 Shuttle info? Head to...
Tony Knauf
May 211 min read


⚠️ Caution: Windfall Likely in the Whakarewarewa Forest 🌲🌬️🌧️ 15-18 April 2024
Due to forecast high winds and heavy rain, there’s a strong likelihood of fallen trees, large branches, and debris across trails....
Tony Knauf
Apr 161 min read


Logging Update 12 March 2025
A new a word from our friends at Timberlands.... "Kia ora koutou, Logging is due to commence in the final block, for the summer harvest...
Tony Knauf
Mar 122 min read


Logging Update 19 Feb 2025
And now a word from our friends at Timberlands.... "Kia ora koutou, The log cartage is complete at the top of Moerangi Road, with only a...
Tony Knauf
Feb 191 min read


Logging Update - 23 Jan 25
And now a word from our friends at Timberlands: "Kia ora koutou, Timberlands and our amazing logging contractor are preparing to move to...
Tony Knauf
Jan 231 min read


2025 Logging Schedule Update
Looking Ahead: This year, we’ll bid farewell to a few trails due to logging. These times are subject to change, but as of Janurary 2025...
Tony Knauf
Jan 131 min read
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