Hawke's Bay · Hiking

Upper Makarora Hut To Totara Spur Tk

1.3 mi
round trip
2,173 ft
climb
4,555 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Upper Makarora Hut To Totara Spur Tk is an out-and-back trail, 1.2 miles each way (2.5 miles round trip) in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, inside Ruahine Forest Park. It runs between about 2,420 ft and 4,560 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,140 ft of climbing one way. The nearest town is Tikokino, about 15 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Tūpari, Piopio and Pohatuhaha. For camping, Unknown Campsite is within about 6 miles. There are 6 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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