Area Information
Located mid-way between Taupo and Hamilton on State Highway 1, Tokoroa is an ideal place to pause for an hour or two or, even better, for a day or two. The town takes its name after the Maori chief, "Tokoroa" who was killed as he led his people gallantly against the British in the mid 1800s.
It lies at the crossroads between the lush dairy farmland of the South Waikato and the vast plantation forests of the central North Island. The town has its own very special character which combines the pioneering spirit of people from over 25 countries into a close knit community which is bound together in warmth and hospitality.
The development of a "Talking Poles" trail throughout the Central Business District reflects the cultural diversity of the Tokoroa community and offers a leisurely and informative stroll for visitors to the town
