The Forgotten World

Officially the highway runs from Stratford in the west to Taumaranui in the East. This history-rich 150 km route offers a stunning drive as it winds up, down, and around. Traversing five saddles, a republic, Taranaki’s longest road tunnel and the scenic Tangarakau Gorge, home to New Zealand's only section of gravel state highway.

Here at Smiles Per Hour, we love to go a bit rogue. As such, our journey along the Forgotten World takes an unexpected turn through Ohura, "the town the Forgotten World Highway forgot". A forgotten settlement with an unforgettable charm that keeps us coming back.

Through The Hills

A 350km, 11 tunnels adventure route through the heart of the Forgotten World, suitable for bikepacking and adventure motorcycles
Tunnels of Taranaki

Tunnels of The Forgotten World and beyond.
Ohura

The town the Forgotten World Highway forgot.
Ohinepane Campsite

DOC campsite 17km from Taumarunui
Aukopae Landing

Historic Riverboat Landing Site
Stratford-Okahukura road/Rail Bridge

Double decker road and rail bridge over the Ongarue River.
Aorangi Flour Mill

Historic Flour Mill relics with a chequered past

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