Whakapapa River facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Whakapapa River
Whakapapa River near Owhango
Native name	Whakapapa
Country	New Zealand
Region	Manawatū-Whanganui
District	Ruapehu
Physical characteristics
Main source	Mount Ruapehu Whakapapa skifield 39°15′40″S 175°33′50″E / 39.26111°S 175.56389°E / -39.26111; 175.56389
River mouth	Whanganui River 255 m (837 ft) 38°55′48″S 175°24′28″E / 38.93000°S 175.40778°E / -38.93000; 175.40778
Length	65 km (40 mi)
Basin features
Progression	Whakapapanui Stream → Whakapapa River → Whanganui River
River system	Whanganui River
Waterfalls	Tawhai Falls

The Whakapapa River is a beautiful river in New Zealand. It starts high up on Mount Ruapehu, flowing from the Whakapapa skifield. The river then travels down the western side of the mountain. It passes close to a town called Ōwhango. Finally, the Whakapapa River joins with the larger Whanganui River near Kakahi.

Exploring the Whakapapa River

The Whakapapa River offers exciting adventures for those who love the outdoors. It's a great place to experience nature.

Can You Kayak on the Whakapapa River?

Yes, you can! Some people enjoy kayaking on a special part of the river. This section is about 7.5 kilometers (4.7 miles) long. It stretches from near Ōwhango to an area close to Kakahi. It's a fun way to see the river up close.

Where Does the Whakapapa River Flow?

The Whakapapa River has a clear path from its beginning to where it ends. It collects water from smaller streams along the way.

What Are the Whakapapa River's Main Tributaries?

A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger one. The Whakapapa River has several of these.

Images for kids

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  Whakapapa River near Owhango