Tour of Waikato, Stage 5 (Kuratau)
Beautiful Kuratau sits on a flat bay on the west side of Lake Taupo, surrounded by lush, rolling farms in all directions. It’s the quintessential New Zealand lakeside village where everyone knows each other – one boat ramp, a shop, a tennis court, a playground and a summer winery with a cafe. But what else do you really need? Still, if you’re craving a little more excitement, Kuratau is a perfect jumping-off point, with the wonders and adventures of Tongariro National Park and mountain ski areas just a short drive away in one direction, and the stunning ancient Pureora Forest Park equally close in the other.
Region: Manawatu-Wanganui
City: Manunui
Distance: 38.55 km
Elevation Gain: 773 m
Elevation Loss: 503 m
Difficulty: 519 (Moderate)
FIETS Index: 2.03 FIETS
Avg Grade: 2.86 %
Max cat climb: 1
Min elevation: 185 m
Max elevation: 893 m
Ride Category: Hilly