Hotels in Tararua District, New Zealand

Tararua District sits in New Zealand's lower North Island, with a climate featuring mild summers (70°F / 21°C) and cool winters that bring snow to the Tararua Range peaks. It's famous for the Tararua Forest Park, a tramper's paradise with over 200 miles of trails-try the Waitewaewae Track in summer for alpine views, or in winter you can snowshoe near Mount Holdsworth. For a different vibe, head to the coastal town of Pongaroa for beach walks and fishing in the Tasman Sea, or explore Masterton's mountain biking trails in spring when the weather is crisp but dry.