Ohakune & the Big Carrot
Ohakune
A ski town at the foot of Tūroa, known as the 'Carrot Capital of New Zealand' and for its 7.5-meter giant carrot sculpture.
The volcanic soils around Ohakune produce large quantities of carrots, supplying about two-thirds of New Zealand's output. The 7.5-meter giant carrot erected at the town entrance in 1984 is a must-photo stop for road trips. In winter, Ohakune is the accommodation and nightlife hub for the Tūroa ski area, and the bars and restaurants are lively during the snow season. In summer it is the starting point for the Old Coach Road cycle trail and the Waitonga Falls walk. The town has supermarkets, petrol stations, and bike and ski rental shops.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Ohakune Old Coach Road
- Waitonga Falls
- Mangawhero Falls
- Tūroa Ski Area
- Mount Ruapehu
- Silica Rapids
- Whakapapa Ski Area & Sky Waka
- Whakapapa Village & Visitor Centre