SEE & DO
The Karapiro Blackbox is handy to many local attractions and things to do. Below are just a few of the activities on offer in the area.
Hobbiton Movie Set
Experience the real Middle-Earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films.
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Lake Karapiro
When Lake Karapiro was chosen as the venue for the 2010 World Rowing Championships, the international selection panel described it as one of the most picturesque lakes in the world.
Surrounded by bush and luscious green hills, the lake attracts tens of thousands of visitors every year whether it’s to participate in a major sporting event or simply to have a picnic beside the water.
The man-made lake was formed behind the Karapiro hydro dam in 1947 and today it provides eight square kilometres of calm water beside 19 hectares of land known as the Mighty River Domain.
Cycling & Walking
Connecting Cambridge to Karapiro is the Te Awa walk/cycle way which is just over 8km of dedicated pathway to the Mighty River Domain on the shores of Lake Karapiro.
Mostly flat, the cycle way runs adjacent to Maungatautari Road and is an enjoyable safe way to explore beyond the town.
Markets
A good old-fashioned farmers' market with a lovely atmosphere and a selection of fresh, local goods brought to you by Waikato growers and businesses. Since 2010 this year-round outdoor market takes place in a beautiful setting underneath the trees at Victoria Square in the centre of Cambridge. Every Saturday 8am-12pm.
The Lions Club of Cambridge “Trash ‘N’ Treasure Market” consists of over 200 stalls spread throughout the Town Centre of Cambridge — offering residents and visitors to the town a variety of products at bargain prices.
Stallholders come from around the upper North Island selling a wide variety of goods from handmade items, produce, plants, pre loved products and collectibles. At the Lions Club of Cambridge “Trash ‘N’ Treasure Market” you’re bound to find exactly what you’re looking for. The Second Sunday of each month from 8.00am – 1.00pm.
Dining Out
Whether it’s fine dining, gourmet pizza, a hearty steak or a quick curry Cambridge has a quality offering to suit. Culinary Cambridge is a celebration of food held each September. Find out more from the iSite. Watch the Culinary Cambridge highlights video below and visit the featured restaurants.
Cafes
With one of NZ's highest CPC's (cafés-per-capita) you won't be disappointed with the range on offer!
Podium (closest to Karapiro BlackBox)
For more information on things to do please visit the Cambridge iSite>>