Skip to content
Your guide to New Zealand
OUTDOORNEXT

The Kauri Museum

Explore the human history surrounding kauri trees, timber and gum in Matakohe. The indoor collections put the region's forest heritage in context without requiring a forest-track outing.

Back to your results
Location
5 Church Road, Matakohe
Admission
Paid experience
Nearby base
Matakohe
Best for
Forest heritage · Family collections
Walkers on Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway above a long beach and breaking surf.
Regional view

Regional view, not a photograph of this attraction. Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway

Photo: Fraser Rudman / Department of Conservation / CC BY 4.0 / Details

What to look for

  • Kauri timber and gum stories
  • Children's object treasure hunts

Before you visit

Private and behind-the-scenes tours cost extra; Totara House visits are by appointment. Ask staff about any mobility assistance needed.

Admission & booking

General museum admission is ticketed; private tours and optional activities have separate charges.

Check current admission (new tab)

Getting there

Take SH12 towards Dargaville from the Brynderwyn junction, then head to Church Road in Matakohe.

Find on map (new tab)

Timing & conditions

Check holiday exceptions and the separate cafe timetable when planning a longer museum stop.

More in Northland