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Tokoroa

Waikato Region, New Zealand · Oceania

About Tokoroa

Tokoroa sits on the route: 25 minutes from Putaruru, 35km from Rotorua.

Tokoroa is a town located in Waikato Region, New Zealand. With a population of 14,500, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Tokoroa sits in New Zealand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Pacific/Auckland time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Tokoroa to your route.

About Tokoroa

Tokoroa is the fourth-largest town in the Waikato region of the North Island of New Zealand and largest settlement in the South Waikato District. Located 30 km southwest of Rotorua and 20 km south of Putāruru, close to the foot of the Mamaku Ranges, it is midway between Taupō and Hamilton on State Highway 1.

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Tokoroa offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Tokoroa located?

Tokoroa is located in Waikato Region, New Zealand, Oceania. The coordinates are -38.2333 latitude, 175.8667 longitude.

What is the population of Tokoroa?

Tokoroa has a population of approximately 14,500 people, making it a town in New Zealand.

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Quick Information

Population
14,500
Continent
Oceania
Country
New Zealand
Region
Waikato Region
Timezone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-38.2333, 175.8667

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in New Zealand

Police
111
Ambulance
111
Fire
111
Non-emergency police
105
Driving side
left

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Worth the detour from Tokoroa

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Rotorua

New Zealand's geothermal wonderland with erupting geysers, boiling mud pools, steaming lakes, and rich Māori cultural experiences.

35 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Rainbow Springs Nature Park

Rotorua nature park showcasing New Zealand's unique wildlife including kiwi in a natural bush setting.

36 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Hobbiton Movie Set

The real-life Shire from the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films, with 44 hobbit holes set in rolling green Waikato farmland.

43 km · about 50 min drive

natural wonder

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Surreal geothermal area with the vivid green Devil's Bath, the Champagne Pool, and the Lady Knox Geyser.

46 km · about 55 min drive

waterfall

Huka Falls

High-volume cataract where the Waikato River narrows to a 15 m channel, with a car park and footbridge just north of Taupō.

50 km · about 60 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Tokoroa.

Putaruru

🇳🇿 New Zealand

22 km awayPop. 4,670

Utuhina

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33 km awayPop. 1,620

Ngongotaha

🇳🇿 New Zealand

34 km awayPop. 5,240

Rotorua

🇳🇿 New Zealand

35 km awayPop. 65,901

Victoria

🇳🇿 New Zealand

35 km awayPop. 2,290

Ohinemutu

🇳🇿 New Zealand

38 km awayPop. 1,260

Hamurana

🇳🇿 New Zealand

41 km awayPop. 1,130

Kaharoa

🇳🇿 New Zealand

42 km awayPop. 1,617

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