Auckland · Hiking

Walker Ridge Track

An out-and-back trail, 2.2 miles each way (4.5 miles round trip) in Auckland, New Zealand.

2.3 mi
round trip
1,309 ft
climb
1,355 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Walker Ridge Track is an out-and-back trail, 2.2 miles each way (4.5 miles round trip) in Auckland, New Zealand, inside Waitākere Ranges Regional Park. It runs between about 890 ft and 1,360 ft above sea level, with roughly 860 ft of climbing one way. It is a well-made walking path, fine for most hikers. The nearest town is Whatipu, about 1.4 miles north of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Mount Gillies, Baldy and Ōmanawanui. Opal Pool Stream Cascade and Karekare Falls are within about 3 miles. For camping, Pararaha Valley Campsite and Whatipu Campground are within about 6 miles. There are 13 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Walker Ridge Track for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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