Te Ara Moana
A 28-mile paddling route in Auckland, New Zealand.
- 27.6 mi
- one way
- 38 ft
- high point
- Point to point
- route
Te Ara Moana is a 28-mile paddling route in Auckland, New Zealand. It is mapped as a named route, with its sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Beachlands, about 1.2 miles east of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Pukekawa. For camping, Te Wharau / Malua Bay Campground and Poukaraka Flats Campground are within about 6 miles. The route and its length come from OpenStreetMap. River levels, weirs and access points change, so check local conditions and portages before you paddle.
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Conditions and forecast
Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Te Ara Moana for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
Map and trail data © OpenStreetMap contributors
