Explore our parks, reserves and other interesting places.
Thames is known for our amazing forests, parks, reserves, beaches and other points of interest. Be sure to check out the detailed map for locations of them, where to set up base camp, or freedom camp, and research the spots on the website to start checking them all off!
Burke Street Wharf
The old Burke Street Wharf is a disused wharf built Read More
Grahamstown
Grahamstown, at the northern end of Pollen St, is a Read More
Historic Kōpū Bridge
The Historic Kōpū Bridge was built in 1928 and has Read More
Hoffman’s Pool
Cool off with a classic Kauaeranga River summer swimming hole Read More
Kauaeranga Valley
Te Kauaeranga (Pā) - This word means ‘The stacked bones Read More
Kauaeranga Visitor Centre (DoC)
The Kauaeranga Visitor Centre (DoC) is one of the busiest Read More
Kuranui Bay Reserve
Kuranui Bay Reserve, located at Kuranui Bay, is at the Read More
Pacific Coast Highway
The Pacific Coast Highway on the west side of the Read More
Shortland Wharf
Shortland Wharf, or the Landing, is a significant location in Read More
Tapu Reserve
Tapu is a coastal district of the Thames Coast and Read More
Thames War Memorial
The Thames War Memorial stands on the site of Ngāti Read More
Thornton Bay
Thornton Bay is a small coastal settlement of approximately 330 Read More
Victoria Park and Band Rotunda
Victoria Park and the Band Rotunda is a beautiful park Read More
Waiomu Domain
The Waiomu Domain is a lovely area with toilets, a Read More