The Kaimanawa Wall is ~20km East of Taupo on Clements Mill Road which is accessed via Taharua Road off the Napier-Taupo road. There are many theories about the Kaimanawa Wall and whether it is man made or natural, there are no historical records of man made structures being built in the location, however the wall looks constructed and many of the rocks are almost perfect cubes with straight sides and 90 degree edges.
Clements Mill Road is a single lane forestry road with many blind corners and crests, it is a stunning road through beautiful native forest but caution is required as the area is popular with trampers and vehicles could approach unseen from the opposite direction at any time.
The Kaimanawa wall is only 10.7km along Clements Mill Road and can be difficult to spot while moving, however the road continues another 8km to a dead end where several walking trails into the Kaimanawa Forest commence.
Is the Kaimanawa Wall natural or is it man made, or even alien? go and see for yourself and let us know what you think.
More information on the Kaimanawa Wall
Contributed by: @eddieb
Track type: Gravel road
Track composition: Smooth, Firm, Undulating
Slippery when wet?: Yes
Suitable for bikes <650cc? Beginner
Suitable for bikes >650cc? Beginner
River crossings? No
