The Waiau Falls in the Coromandel are easily accessed off the 309 Road. The 309 Road becomes gravel part way through and then the falls are located about 4km down the road from there.

Although the Waiau Falls are not the tallest or largest of falls .. this site makes for a beautiful photograph and the swimming hole at the bottom of the falls is a popular place for a dip during the summer time.

There is a clear path to the falls and the track takes about 20 minutes return.

About 1km further up the road you can view the Waiau Kauri Grove which is home to giant ancient Kauri Trees that were spared from logging in the 1970's. These trees are a magnificent sight and well worth a stop to admire.

Take your wide angle with you for this shot and if you have ND filters for long exposure photography this is a great spot to use them.