Most of the forest roads in the Kaiangaroa Forest require you to have a permit. At the moment they are not issuing permits so it may be useful to know about these roads that DOC at the Rangateiki office assure me have an easement allowing public access. Signage is confusing with no signs at most intersections and the sign at the Shwy 5, Pohokura Rd intersection saying no exit. Roads are suitable for ordinary cars but watch for the odd pothole, washout, ford or fallen tree.