Huntly

Huntly is a town in the Waikato region, located on State Highway 1 approximately 35 km north of Hamilton. It sits on the banks of the Waikato River and is known for its coal mining and thermal power generation.

Huntly has a strong industrial heritage with the Huntly Power Station, New Zealand's largest thermal power station, and the surrounding coalfields. The Waikato River dominates the town's setting. Lake Waahi is nearby.

By Plane

The nearest major airport is Hamilton Airport (HLZ), approximately 45 km south.

By Car / Road

Huntly is on State Highway 1, about a 25-minute drive north of Hamilton. Bus services connect Huntly to Hamilton and Auckland.

The town is walkable. A car is needed.

Huntly Power Station — New Zealand's largest thermal power station, visible from the highway.

Waikato River — New Zealand's longest river, with walking tracks along the banks.

Lake Waahi — A lake near Huntly.

Walk the Waikato River trails.

Cafes and takeaways.

Cafes serve coffee.

Huntly has motels.

Huntly has supermarkets and local shops.

• Hamilton — 35 km south, Waikato city
• Ngaruawahia — 15 km south, Tūrangawaewae Marae
• Raglan — 50 km west, surf beach
• Auckland — 120 km north, largest city
• Waikato River — scenic walks along the river