Northland · Hiking

Whangaruru North Head Track

2.7 mi
one way
1,285 ft
climb
600 ft
high point
Point to point
route

Whangaruru North Head Track is a 2.7-mile point-to-point route in Northland, New Zealand, inside Whangaruru North Head Scenic Reserve. It runs between about 10 ft and 600 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,280 ft of climbing one way. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Ōakura, about 1.6 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Rangiaukaha and Pararaunui Hill. For camping, Puriri Bay (Whangaruru North Head) Campsite and Whangaruru Beachfront Camp are within about 6 miles. There are 2 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 Whangaruru North Head Track for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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