Hangatahua River

The Hangatahua River, alternatively known as the Stony River, is a river of the Taranaki Region of . It is one of the larger of the numerous rivers and streams which drain the slopes of , receiving water from streams covering most of the northwest sector of the mountain.
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  • Type: Stream
  • Description: river in New Zealand
  • Also known as: Hangatahua Stream”, “Stony River”, and “Stony River (Hangatahua)

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Puniho and Warea.

Hamlet
Ōkato is a small town in rural , New Zealand. It is situated about 25 minutes drive around the coast from on State Highway 45. is 12 km to the north-east, and is 9 km to the south-west.

Locality
is a community in the west of , in the of New Zealand. It is located on State Highway 45, 26 kilometres north of . The local Pūniho Marae, also known as Tarawainuku Marae, is a traditional meeting ground of the Taranaki Iwi hapū of Ngā Māhanga. is situated 5 km south of Hangatahua River.

Village
is a small town in rural , New Zealand. It is situated about 25 minutes drive around the coast from on State Highway 45. is 12 km to the north-east, and is 9 km to the south-west. is situated 6 km east of Hangatahua River.

Hangatahua River

Latitude
-39.18333° or 39° 11′ south
Longitude
173.81667° or 173° 49′ east
Elevation
12 metres (39 feet)
Open location code
4VGMRR88+MM
Geo­Names ID
2182264
Wiki­data ID
Q5647925
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In Other Languages

From Cebuano to Welsh—“Hangatahua River” goes by many names.
  • Cebuano: Stony River
  • Hausa: Kogin Hangatahua
  • Welsh: Afon Hangatahua

Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Puniho and Warea.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Pukehoe Pa and Puniho Pa.

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