Northland · Hiking

Waihoanga Gorge Kauri Walk

1.4 mi
round trip: 732 ft
climb: 1,000 ft
high point: Out and back
route

Waihoanga Gorge Kauri Walk is an out-and-back trail, 1.4 miles each way (2.8 miles round trip) in Northland, New Zealand. It runs between about 810 ft and 1,000 ft above sea level, with roughly 390 ft of climbing one way. It is a well-made walking path, fine for most hikers. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Ōkaihau, about 4.5 miles north of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Te Pura. Merumeru Falls is within about 3 miles. For camping, Puketi Recreation Area Campsite and Forest Pools Campsite are within about 6 miles. 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.

Nearby · Te Araroa - 01 Northland - d Kereikeri (Stone Store) to Waitangi Bridge · Kauri Walks · Charlie's Rock walkway

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Waihoanga Gorge Kauri Walk for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.