Available facilities :
	•  TV    •  BBQ    •  Laundry Facilities    •  Kitchenware / Cookware    •  Linen / Towels    •  Pool Table	•  Mobile Coverage    •  Microwave    •  Sky TV    •  Canoes / Kayaks    •  Toddler Safe    •  Fridge	•  Wheelchair Access    •  Oven / Stove    •  Fireplace

Nearest main airport : TAUPO Distance to airport : 70KM Children: Children Welcome Smoking: Smoking outside only Pets: Pets allowed Disable Access: Disabled access provided

Town of Owhango - 39 South
Owhango 39 SouthOwhango is a small town in New Zealand situated about 20km south of Taumarunui on State Highway 4 (SH4) and straddles the Tongariro State Forest Park (State Forest 42) on the east and the eastern reaches of the Whanganui National Park on the western side. The town lies on the 39 South Circle of Latitude which spans across South America, the bottom of Australia and through the middle of Owhango. Also known as 39th Parallel South.

Formerly Owhango was a Mill Town, milling native timbers from around the local area.

The main trunk line runs alongside the Owhango township and was used as the main supply line carrying timber and livestock north and south to other parts of the country.

The main mill burned to the ground in the 1970s. Some of the mill houses are now holiday homes owned by city dwellers keen on the skiing, fishing, hunting, canoeing and tramping opportunities that abound in the surrounding area. The main industry running out of Owhango today is farming, predominantly dairy and there is proven evidence that supports the claim that the area is the Frothy Milk Capital of the World.

Owhango SchoolThe village has a population of little more than 200 and has a primary school, a ski shop, garage, hotel, accommodation lodges, motel, cottages for hire and bed and breakfast/homestay places.

The original Owhango School was built in 1910 although the current buildings date back from about 1970. Owhango School is the central pivot point of the wider community. The students benefit greatly from regular input from a wide range of "Friends of the School" in various supportive roles.

The village is one of the most picturesque in New Zealand with a backdrop of native forest and Mount Ruapehu.

Ohinetonga Lagoon Board WalkIn the spring, the village trees and gardens are alive with native birds, most notably Tui and Kererū and is often a favourite spot for Forest & Bird members to travel to and enjoy bird watching. A delightful domain set amongst native forest features large open playing fields, children's play area and two tennis courts.

A loop track through Ohinetonga Scenic Reserve begins at the picnic area by the Whakapapa River Bridge and takes two to three hours to walk.

It passes through the different forest types and offers beautiful views of the river and surrounding landscape. A boardwalk crosses Ohinetonga lagoon, which is full of water lilies.

Beyond the lagoon, the track leads back down to the river and a good swimming hole.

Bed linen: Yes, bed linen and towels are supplied.