Kauri Museum, Matakohe
Dargaville, New Zealand
A museum devoted to the kauri timber and gum industries, with giant polished slabs, gum specimens and rooms of pioneer life. Allow two to three hours. The car park takes motorhomes, and the village sits directly beside SH12.
- Nearest town
- Dargaville, New Zealand
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- -36.1000, 174.1760
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March and June–August. Hot in January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Kauri Museum, Matakohe?
Kauri Museum, Matakohe is in Dargaville, New Zealand, at GPS -36.1000, 174.1760.
Which road trips pass Kauri Museum, Matakohe?
Kauri Museum, Matakohe is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: The Kauri Coast and Hokianga from Kaikohe to Matakohe.
What is there to see near Kauri Museum, Matakohe?
Places worth a stop nearby: Waipu Cove Beach (29 km), Mangawhai Cliff Walk (38 km), Whangarei Falls (49 km) and Kai Iwi Lakes (Taharoa Domain) (56 km).
When is the best time to visit Kauri Museum, Matakohe?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March and June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)