Lake Rotokākahi

#314 among destinations in New Zealand

Nature, Natural attraction, Lake

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Lake Rotokākahi or Green Lake, is one of four small lakes lying between Lake Rotorua and Lake Tarawera in the Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand's North Island. The others are Lake Tikitapu, Lake Okareka, and Lake Okataina. All lie within the Okataina caldera, along its western edge. ()

Alternative names: Area: 1.74 mi²Length: 2.67 miWidth: 5577 ftMaximum depth: 105 ftElevation: 1453 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 38°13'0"S, 176°19'59"E

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Bay of PlentyNew Zealand

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Lake Rotokākahi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Polynesian Spa, Redwoods Forest, Government Gardens, Te Puia.

6.8 miNW
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Polynesian Spa, Rotorua
174 min walk • Nestled in the geothermal city of Rotorua, New Zealand, the Polynesian Spa is a sanctuary of relaxation and rejuvenation, renowned for its therapeutic hot mineral waters and idyllic setting. This world-class spa facility offers a unique blend of thermal pool...
5.3 miNW
Nature and wildlife, Park, Trail
Redwoods Forest, Rotorua
134 min walk • Nestled amidst the geothermal wonders of Rotorua, New Zealand, the Redwoods Forest, also known as Whakarewarewa Forest, is a natural sanctuary that offers a unique blend of ecological beauty and adventurous spirit. The forest is renowned for its towering Californian...
6.9 miNW
Museum, Historical place, Park
Government Gardens, Rotorua
177 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rotorua, New Zealand, the Government Gardens offer a serene escape into a world of natural beauty and historical significance. This meticulously manicured park, known for its vibrant flower beds and pristine lawns, invites visitors to step back...
5.7 miNW
Hot springs, Park, History museum
Te Puia, Rotorua
147 min walk • Te Puia, nestled in the geothermal city of Rotorua, New Zealand, is a premier cultural and natural sight that beckons visitors from around the globe. Known for its spouting geysers, boiling mud pools, and traditional Māori cultural experiences, this attraction is a...
5.4 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Tarawera
139 min walk • Lake Tarawera is the largest of a series of lakes which surround the volcano Mount Tarawera in the North Island of New Zealand. Like the mountain, it lies within the Okataina caldera. It is located 18 kilometres to the east of Rotorua, and beneath the peaks of the Tarawera massif i.e. Wahanga, Ruawahia, Tarawera and Koa.
5.7 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Hot springs
Waimangu Volcanic Rift Valley
147 min walk • The Waimangu Volcanic Rift Valley is the hydrothermal system created on 10 June 1886 by the volcanic eruption of Mount Tarawera, on the North Island of New Zealand. It encompasses Lake Rotomahana, the site of the Pink and White Terraces, as well as the location of the Waimangu Geyser, which was active from 1900 to 1904.
3.5 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Ōkareka
89 min walk • Lake Ōkāreka is one of four small lakes lying between Lake Rotorua and Lake Tarawera, in the Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand's North Island. The others are Lake Rotokakahi, Lake Tikitapu, and Lake Okataina. All lie within the Okataina caldera, along its western edge.
1.5 miN
Volcanic lake for fishing and water sports
Lake Tikitapu
38 min walk • Lake Tikitapu, more commonly known as Blue Lake, is the smallest of four small lakes lying between Lake Rotorua and Lake Tarawera in the Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand's North Island.
5.8 miNW
38°9'40"S • 176°15'11"E
Rotorua Golf Club "Arikikapakapa", Rotorua
148 min walk • Golf, Outdoor activities
2.9 miN
38°10'38"S • 176°21'11"E
Horse Trekking Lake Okareka, Rotorua
75 min walk • Nature, Natural attraction, Nature and wildlife tours
7 miNW
38°8'14"S • 176°15'14"E
Rotorua Duck Tours, Rotorua
178 min walk • Outdoor activities, Tours