Boundary Stream Mainland Island

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Boundary Stream Mainland Island
Boundary Stream Mainland Island
Location Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand
Coordinates 39°06′16″S176°48′14″E / 39.1044012°S 176.8038839°E / -39.1044012; 176.8038839
Opened2017

Boundary Stream Mainland Island is a mainland island in the Hawke's Bay Region of New Zealand. [1]

It is managed by the Department of Conservation. [1]

The park includes the Hawke's Bay Region's highest waterfall and several walks, including walks suitable for children. [2]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Boundary Stream Brochure" (PDF). doc.govt.nz. Department of Conservation.
  2. "Boundary Stream walks". doc.govt.nz. Department of Conservation.