Waikato · Hiking

Waharau Ridge Track

0.9 mi
round trip: 770 ft
climb: 1,331 ft
high point: Out and back
route

Waharau Ridge Track is an out-and-back trail, 0.8 miles each way (1.7 miles round trip) in Waikato, New Zealand, inside Hūnua Ranges Regional Park. It runs between about 670 ft and 1,330 ft above sea level, with roughly 50 ft of climbing one way. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Whakatīwai, about 4.2 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Kohukohunui. For camping, Southern Boundary Campground and Waharau Outdoor Education Centre 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 · Waharau Bush Path · Rata Ridge Track · Rise 'n Shine

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Conditions and forecast

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