Ananui Falls

Ananui Falls is 106 m. The very top can be accessed, and you can lie on the large rock overhand and look straight down if you're keen.

Transport and parking:

Parking on the gravel at the end of woodland road. if you're using google maps etc to navigate to the trail head make sure its not taking you to the Waihi end of Woodlands Rd

Distance from Katikati:

10 km

Driving time from Katikati:

13 minutes

Dog friendly:

With Permit

Landowner permission required:

No

Navigation Rating:

Moderate.

Navigation Tips:

The one turn to watch out for is at the old hut clearing, the trail switchbacks down toward the river on the right, just before the clearing. If you have run out onto the clearing you have missed it (its about 10m back).

Cellphone Coverage:

Patchy.

Suggested Gear List:

Short-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map, Headtorch and spare batteries

Availability of Water:

The stream is clean and clear but recommend filtering or treating

Seasonality Issues:

Generally muddy, very muddy after rain. prone to flooding, water can be cold and with lots of stream crossings it can a freezing run if your not expecting to get wet. The exposed clay sections can also be super greasy. It can also be cold up on the exposed rocks by the falls.

Hazards:

106 m waterfall is pretty self-explanatory!