The Best Trails in Northland (New Zealand)

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Photo of Wairakai Stream Track - Dukes Nose/Kairara Rock - Watertaxi ride

Photo of Haruru Falls Track (Paihia) 2016-08-23 13:02

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Wairakai Stream Track - Dukes Nose/Kairara Rock - Watertaxi ride

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near Totara North, Northland (New Zealand)

dukeigi
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Distance

9.28mi

Elevation +

1339f

TrailRank

62

Beautiful forest, mangroves, interesting rock formations, Swimming holes, steep climb pulling yourself up on metal rail, The best view you've ever had, fun ride back in the watertaxi only 25$ per person. Booking essentia...

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Te Werahi Beach loop

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near Pandora, Northland (New Zealand)

dukeigi

Distance

8.70mi

Elevation +

1358f

TrailRank

60

New Zealands official track over dunes. Lots of interesting scenery with fields, forest, swamp, river, beach, dunes, mars-like earth and cool plants taking back the dunes. Bring enough water.

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Haruru Falls Track (Paihia) 2016-08-23 13:02

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near Waitangi, Northland Region (New Zealand)

capita haddock

Distance

6.50mi

Elevation +

325f

TrailRank

39

Haruru Falls Track (Paihia) 2016-08-23 13:02 (català - english) En aquest lloc es va firmar el contracte de pau entre el poble maori i els anglesos, el tractat de Waitangi el 1840, i just allà comença un interessant ...

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Maitai

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near Rangiputa, Northland (New Zealand)

davemorris20

Distance

5.43mi

Elevation +

522f

TrailRank

38

Beautiful Maitai Bay with great views from the hills above. Part of the path indicated between the two signs is closed and has been for two years. It is narrow, exposed and unprotected. The out and back section at the fa...

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Lake Taharoa + Kai iwi Track

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near Kaihu, Northland (New Zealand)

yaelgolub

Distance

5.60mi

Elevation +

243f

TrailRank

36| 5.0

Nice track. The Taharoa Lake it's amazing, the water is really crystal clear and even when we are in winter season, invites you to swim. Just don't be like us and bring your swimsuit, just in case. The Kai iwi Lake part...

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jackle

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Mahinepua peninsula

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near Matauri Bay, Northland (New Zealand)

dukeigi
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Distance

3.16mi

Elevation +

1148f

TrailRank

34

One of the best walk we did in NZ, blue sea, islands all around. Bring lunch and swimsuit. from http://www.nzfrenzy.com , best NZ guidebook

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Fig tree track

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near Rangiputa, Northland (New Zealand)

Noah Gulick

Distance

4.68mi

Elevation +

600f

TrailRank

32

Not well maintained but stunning views, recommended if you’re keen on a bush bash. Bring long pants and a machete

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Haruru falls - Paihia - New Zealand

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near Paihia, Northland (New Zealand)

winniv

Distance

6.46mi

Elevation +

443f

TrailRank

31

The waterfall is not that spectacular and can be reached easily by car from the other side, but the route up there, as from this trail, is spectacular. You pass wetlands, mangrove and forest. Nice views on the Waitangi ...

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Tepaki point and coastal return

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near Russell, Northland (New Zealand)

JC Kiwi

Distance

4.65mi

Elevation +

558f

TrailRank

31

Start in Russell and take the road up to the Flagstaff. Then continue on the road until you see the signs for the new trail through the bush to Tepaki Bay. Great walk with lots of info along the way. A short walk along t...

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Maunganui Bluff

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near Aranga, Northland (New Zealand)

JC Kiwi

Distance

4.10mi

Elevation +

1660f

TrailRank

31

Climb through coastal forest to a look out at the top with views north and south along the coast. Unfortunately the day we did this hike the views were not great due to low cloud. You can find more info on this walk and ...

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Paihai to Russel

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near Opua, Northland (New Zealand)

timmi25001

Distance

10.79mi

Elevation +

971f

TrailRank

30

Cost and Rain forrest walk, very nice and changing sceneries. Rain forrest with informations on nature. Possible nice walk on cost after ship transfer to Paihai to the start point

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Oromahoe Traverse (Paihia to Opua) Two ways

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near Paihia, Northland (New Zealand)

Erick Gerber

Distance

6.96mi

Elevation +

1818f

TrailRank

30

Difficult hike with lots of steep uphills and downhills. SOME nice views but mainly just trees and forest. If you take a detour to the Paihia School Road Track, there’s a beautiful lookout point.

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Paihia to Haruru falls

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near Paihia, Northland (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

9.64mi

Elevation +

174f

TrailRank

30

Easy and fun run from Paihia beach to Haruru. From Paihia to Waitangi goes along the coast until you cross the bridge. From there it takes the Waitangi track through beautiful New Zealand native bush. The Waitangi tr...

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Haruru Falls Hiking Trail

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near Haruru, Northland (New Zealand)

Erick Gerber

Distance

6.21mi

Elevation +

417f

TrailRank

30

Nice flat walk with not much elevation. Beautiful shaded foresty walk with some swamp-like areas. The waterfall itself is a few meters I’m the opposite direction to the hike trail but definitely worth the short detour....

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Haruru Waterfalls Track

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near Haruru, Northland (New Zealand)

yaelgolub

Distance

6.02mi

Elevation +

240f

TrailRank

28| 5.0

Very easy hike. 5km each way, without big ups and downs. We start at the waterfall and end in the golf course, and then the way back. In the middle of the way there is an interesting swamp. Muy fácil este hiking. 5 k...

Nice trail. I knew what to expect from your info. Thanks for sharing.
Erick Gerber

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Puheke secret cove

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near Rangiputa, Northland (New Zealand)

dukeigi

Distance

0.89mi

Elevation +

217f

TrailRank

28

Just at the upper Puheke carpark leads a 18min walk down to a small hidden white sand cove backed by many old Pohutukawa trees. Wear good shoes or go barefoot.

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Cape Reinga

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near Pandora, Northland (New Zealand)

eoc
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Distance

3.47mi

Elevation +

988f

TrailRank

94| 5.0

Esta ruta ha sido registrada como más corta de lo que realmente es. Inicié la grabación en el lugar donde el sendero se bifurca, para seguir por una parte al faro de Cape Reinga, y por otra bajar a la playa, desde donde ...

Fantásticas imágenes e historia.
luis.perecruz

Fácil, con mucho güiri, pero cuando accedes al cabo,recomendamos bajar por largo sendero,hasta la playa y darse un baño ...
César Argilés

Interesante sitio, con vistas maravillosas.
javeadeverano

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Kerikeri River Walking Track to Rainbow Falls

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near Kerikeri, Northland (New Zealand)

dukeigi

Distance

2.53mi

Elevation +

197f

TrailRank

24

This recording is just one way, I ran out of battery to record the way back. It'll take roughly 1h each way

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Tapotupotu Bay to Sandy Bay

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near Pandora, Northland (New Zealand)

JC Kiwi

Distance

3.27mi

Elevation +

1027f

TrailRank

24

Beautiful coastal scenery from climbing over a hill between two bays. We ran out of time so returned before dropping all the way down to Sandy Bay. The trail continues from Sandy Bay and climbs up the ridge to Cape Reing...

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Puheke hill

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near Rangiputa, Northland (New Zealand)

dukeigi
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Distance

0.31mi

Elevation +

413f

TrailRank

23

Between the two beaches lies the puheke hill. To get up there atart from the upper carpark, no 4wd drive required. Fantastic view over Karikari Beach. from http://www.nzfrenzy.com , best NZ guidebook

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Mt Manaia

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near Whangarei Heads, Northland (New Zealand)

Mgeesink

Distance

2.73mi

Elevation +

1175f

TrailRank

23

Mt Manaia. Nice hike in the bush with lots of stairs and good views of the coastlines. We walked it with our 5 and 3 year old hence the slow time but can be done a lot faster.

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Mahinepua peninsula

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near Matauri Bay, Northland (New Zealand)

JC Kiwi

Distance

3.00mi

Elevation +

446f

TrailRank

23

Starting and finishing at the beach this is a scenic hike up and along the ridgeline paste beautiful bays and stunning coastal vistas. For more info on this walk check out https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/pla...

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Whangaruru North, South Loop

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near Whangaruru North, Northland (New Zealand)

JC Kiwi

Distance

2.85mi

Elevation +

712f

TrailRank

20

This is an easy walk through bush and farmland passing a couple of lovely beaches. For more info check out https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/northland/places/whangaruru-north-head-scenic-reserve/t...

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Ahipara viewpoint

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near Ahipara, Northland (New Zealand)

dukeigi
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Distance

0.84mi

Elevation +

108f

TrailRank

19

Fantastic view of the 90mile beach from Ahipara viewpoint from http://www.nzfrenzy.com , best NZ guidebook

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Opua to Paihia coastal track (one way)

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near Opua, Northland (New Zealand)

Erick Gerber

Distance

2.62mi

Elevation +

299f

TrailRank

19

Beautiful scenting walk along the coastline through forested walkways. Takes about an hour one way and an hour back.

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