Mighty River Domain, Lake Karapiro

26/06/2025

North Island Road Championships

Notification of change in roading conditions

28-29 June 2025

This is to advise you of the annual Schools Cycling Event taking place at the Mighty River Domain on 28 – 29 June. To support the safety of the event, the riders, residents and other road users, there will be some restrictions and change of traffic flow on Maungatautari Road (between Gate 1 and Gate 3 of the Mighty River Domain Reserve) this Saturday and Sunday while the event takes place.
The event starts at 8am and will finish approx. 4pm each day. You can see the course maps over the page. For more information on the event please visit https://schools.cyclingnewzealand.nz/
The event is based in the Mighty River Domain with the start / finish line located just north of Gate 2 entrance. There will be around 500 competitors this year, so please enjoy the masses of colour and atmosphere along your road. Saturday is the Team Time Trial and Road Race and Sunday is the Criteriums.
We endeavour to reduce the impact on local user’s as much as possible, allowing local residents in and out of your personal homes during this time, however, there may be some small delays.
There will also be a steady build-up of cyclists training on and around the course in the week leading up to the event so please stay vigilant in looking out for cyclists during this time.
Please find instructions on leaving/returning below. We apologize for any inconvenience in advance. Thank you for your understanding and patience with this matter. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Errol Newlands, Event Director
021 449670

Leaving your property on Saturday
• North Bound (into Cambridge)– turn left with care at any time.
• South Bound (if your house is between Gate 1 and 2) – Turn left with care and enter the domain through Gate 1, exit domain through Gate 3 and turn left with care to head south)
• Sound Bound (if your house is between Gate 2 and 3) – Turn right with care at any time.
Returning to your property on Saturday
• From the North (from Cambridge) – enter the domain through Gate 1, exit domain through Gate 3 and turn right with care to return to your property north bound.
• From the South - follow normal traffic flow with care.

Leaving your property on Sunday
• A one way stop go will operate for all traffic on Maungatautari Road
• Stop at your driveway and attract the attention of the nearest marshal and indicate which direction your wish to travel. When instructed, continue in traffic flow with care.
Returning to your property on Sunday
• A one way stop go will operate for all traffic on Maungatautari Road.
• Stop and go on request from traffic management staff, when instructed, travel in traffic flow with care and turn into your property.

15/05/2025

If you’re looking for something to do,why not head out to Sir Don Rowlands Centre to see the Waipa Home & Leisure Show?
Lots of exhibitors, pop up cafe and food trucks.
Follow the page below for more info!

26/03/2025

14/01/2025

Please note that the Karapiro Dam is closed for the foreseeable future as the Dam undergoes significant maintenance. Please plan alternative routes to visit us during this time. If you are visiting from the north, come through Cambridge and Leamington, jump onto Maungatautari Road, and you'll find us (about 5km from the town belt). If you're coming from the south, turn onto Maungatautari Road off of SH1 (turn off to Horahora Domain) and follow the road to find us (about 15km from the turn off).

11/01/2025

We are very excited to welcome the Waka Ama nationals to Lake karapiro once again. Seven days (12-18Jan) of exciting paddling with an amazing atmosphere & an array of incredible food stalls too!!

10/12/2024

🌊☀️ Protect our waterways this Summer! 🛶🌿

As we enjoy the stunning rivers and lakes around our region this summer, let’s do our part to keep these iconic waters healthy and thriving. 🌱✨

Whether you’re out boating, paddling, fishing or swimming, it’s vital to Check, Clean, Dry your gear if you move between rivers and lakes to stop the spread of invasive pests like the Invasive Clam.

The invasive freshwater clam is currently only found in a section of the Waikato River including here at Lake Karapiro. The Clam can harm everything we love about the water – disrupting our recreation, clogging water pipes, and outcompeting other species.

The clam can only spread if people move it between lakes and rivers with their boats and gear (including togs and clothing). Before you move between Lake Karapiro and other rivers and lakes....

✅ Check – for what is visible. Remove any visible matter, including any plant material, mud, or clams. Drain all river or lake water.
🧽 Clean – for what is not visible. Blast your gear and craft with tap water, not into a stormwater system or drain (onto grass). For absorbent materials, clean at home with one of the approved methods.
💨 Dry – to be sure. Allow your craft and gear to dry. First dry to touch, inside and out, then leave it to dry for at least 48 hours (2 days) before using again.

Let’s protect our rivers and lakes for generations to come!

Read more here Link to biosecurity.govt.nz/freshwaterclams 💙

&Lakes

Waipā District Council Waikato Regional Council

16/11/2024

Karapiro Club Rowing Regatta has finished for today(Sunday 17th November)

10/10/2024

Saturday 12th October

100k Flyer Cycling Event

Please allow extra time when travelling to and from Mighty River Domain.

27/09/2024

Lake Closures and events this weekend:
North Island Interprovincial Rowing Champs

Saturday 28th September
Zones 3,4,5 & 6
06:00-18:00

Sunday 29th September
Zones 3,4,5 & 6
06:00-12:00

01/08/2024

Upcoming Lake Closure

Karapiro Classic Water Ski Race
Saturday 3rd August

08:00-13:00
Zones 3-10

13:00-16:00
Zones 3-7