Crosbies Hut is one of two DoC huts in the Coromandel Forest Park and has been on the Thames bucket list for a while. There are currently five tracks that lead up to Crosbies Hut - Karaka, Waiotahi, Te Puru, Waiomu and Tapu, with the Tararu and Whangatairenga tracks currently closed. We decided to head up the Karaka Track, a five hour hike up to Crosbies Hut and we returned Read More
The Firth of Thames (Tīkapa Moana) is renowned for its snapper, kingfish and kahawai fishing. You can fish close to shore from the rocks or on a kayak, or head out into the Firth. The legendary Waikawau Mussel Farms consistently produce great snapper, but there are some rules to follow; 1. Keep 30m from the barges. 2. No anchors, tie up to a longline buoy or use approved mooring hooks. Read More
Did you know you can go trout fishing in Thames? We explored the Hikutaia River this long weekend – and yes we took our fishing rods (and licenses)! Hikutaia is south of Thames on State Highway 26 and is the southern border of the Thames Ward. The Hikutaia River flows west from the Coromandel Ranges and into the Waihou River. The Māori translation of Hikutaia is 1. Tail (hiku) of Read More
Need to beat the summer heat? Here are some of our favourite swimming holes in Thames - plus a bonus swimming beach - where you can soak up the crystal clear cool waters while enjoying the beautiful nature surrounds. And yes, we'll likely add to this article as we go! Message us to share your favourite swimming holes in Thames and include a blurb on why you love it and Read More
So you’re in Hamilton or Auckland and you fancy getting out into the forest or onto the trail to explore something… interesting. We’ve done the hard work for you, and selected five walks or bike tracks within a 90-minute drive of Hamilton or Auckland - and sometimes even closer. And yes, these are all local Thames walks. We’ve picked some tracks you’ve likely never heard of, some that are close Read More