Upper Takaka, Tasman Map

About Upper Takaka, Tasman

Upper Takaka is a locality in the Tasman Region of New Zealand. It sits at an elevation of around 197 m above sea level. It lies approximately 44 km north-west of Richmond, the regional capital. Upper Takaka is located at 41.0333°S, 172.8333°E. It observes New Zealand Time (NZST/NZDT).

Upper Takaka rests in a shallow basin, cradled by rolling hills that rise to meet the distant, rugged spine of the Pikikiruna Range. It lies 46.0 km north-west of Stoke (from Stoke: bearing 313°T), and is situated 19.0 km north-west of Motueka. The land itself is a tapestry of verdant pasture, punctuated by stands of native bush that cling to the gentler slopes, their deep greens softened by the pervasive, mellow light of the Tasman Region. The air here carries a clean, earthy scent, a mingling of damp soil and the subtle sweetness of sun-warmed foliage, and it often hums with the low thrum of unseen insects.

This locality, far from the coast, has long been shaped by the South Branch Riwaka River, a vital artery for the farms that spread across the valley floor. The economy of Upper Takaka is deeply rooted in its fertile land, with dairy farming a prominent feature, its rich pastures yielding the milk that forms the basis of local industry. The history of settlement here speaks of hardy pioneers who carved out livelihoods from the bush and soil, their efforts now evident in the well-ordered paddocks and sturdy farm buildings. While tourism finds a quiet foothold, drawn by the natural beauty and access to walking tracks like the nearby Harwoods Track, the enduring character of Upper Takaka remains tied to the steady, predictable rhythm of agricultural life, a quiet testament to the enduring connection between its people and the land.

About This Upper Takaka Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Upper Takaka, Tasman, New Zealand — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -41.03333, 172.83333. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time New Zealand and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorial description provides background on Upper Takaka.

Upper Takaka sits within the Tasman Region. Location data is drawn from the GeoNames geographical database and verified by coordinates, ensuring the correct Upper Takaka is identified even where the name is shared across multiple New Zealand localities.