The Best Trails in Wellington (New Zealand)

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  • Mt. Ruapehu Crater - New Zealand

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    near Whakapapa Village, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    oosterop
    Distance
    4.08mi
    Elevation +
    2221f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofMt. Ruapehu Crater - New Zealand Photo ofMt. Ruapehu Crater - New Zealand Photo ofMt. Ruapehu Crater - New Zealand

    A hike to the rim of Mount Ruapehu in New Zealand. It is one of the most active volcanoes of the country/world. The hike has magnificent 360 degree views. There is a small hut at the top. Ruapehu is part of Tongariro ...

  • Te Kopahou Reserve

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    near Owhiro Bay, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    Lakay JC
    Distance
    6.81mi
    Elevation +
    171f
    TrailRank
    50| Rating 4.33
    Photo ofTe Kopahou Reserve Photo ofTe Kopahou Reserve Photo ofTe Kopahou Reserve

    Pariwhero (Red Rocks) and Te Rimurapa (Sinclair Head) Rock and gravel road with very soft sand Track. One of the challenge is the Devil's gate. High clearance vehicle recommended, pick the right line for the tyres and s...

    Relatively easy track, just some soft sand to worry about in some spots.
    Naveed Dean

  • Taranaki Falls walk. New Zealand

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    near Whakapapa Village, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    jorrupi
    Distance
    3.79mi
    Elevation +
    522f
    TrailRank
    50| Rating 4.33
    Photo ofTaranaki Falls walk. New Zealand Photo ofTaranaki Falls walk. New Zealand Photo ofTaranaki Falls walk. New Zealand

    Nice and easy walk inside Tongariro Nat. Park.6 km length. The track starts in Bayview Chateau and bring you to the forest very quick. You will walk close to the river until arrive to Taranaki Falls. From here you wil...

    Jolie petite randonnée en boucle de mise en jambes. 2 chutes une petite et Tanarika.
    Joost VAN DER ERVE

  • avalanche flats track

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    near Shannon, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    bdog
    Distance
    5.84mi
    Elevation +
    331f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofavalanche flats track Photo ofavalanche flats track Photo ofavalanche flats track

    Good leg stretch. Track is part of the route into Managhao flats hut it skirts the edge of Mangahao (upper) reservoir before it turns back into the Managhao River. The water is clean, clear and emerald green with plenty ...

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  • Ocean Beach

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    near Pirinoa, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    MartynElvy
    Distance
    11.50mi
    Elevation +
    456f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofOcean Beach Photo ofOcean Beach Photo ofOcean Beach

    A great costal track with some stunning views. This is mostly a rough gravel track with several small river crossings. Corner Creek Campsite is located about half-way, towards the end of a maintained gravel streach of tr...

  • Wainuiomata Main Ridge Track

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    near Parkway, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    dukeigi
    Distance
    4.31mi
    Elevation +
    1106f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofWainuiomata Main Ridge Track Photo ofWainuiomata Main Ridge Track Photo ofWainuiomata Main Ridge Track

    Wainuiomata Main Ridge Track. Nice forest, lots of shade, no views till you're above days bay. We walked down the road to days bay to see some of the houses in the area, there's at least two walk paths alternatively.

  • Porirua - Colonial Knob Scenic Reserve

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    near Porirua, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    yaelgolub
    Distance
    4.05mi
    Elevation +
    906f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofPorirua - Colonial Knob Scenic Reserve Photo ofPorirua - Colonial Knob Scenic Reserve Photo ofPorirua - Colonial Knob Scenic Reserve

    We started with the Doctor Track, then Boundry Rd up to Ex Woosh Antenna, then it started to rain so we go back and try to take the Spicer Link to go back to the parking, but in the middle we end up in some roads only fo...

  • Pencarrow Lighthouses - East Harbour Regional Park

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    near Muritai, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    LM Aventures
    Distance
    13.85mi
    Elevation +
    833f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofPencarrow Lighthouses - East Harbour Regional Park Photo ofPencarrow Lighthouses - East Harbour Regional Park Photo ofPencarrow Lighthouses - East Harbour Regional Park

    CATALÀ: Nosaltres vam aparcar a Eastbourne, però es pot anar fins on comença el parc i aparcar allà, on també es poden llogar bicicletes. Volta molt agradable amb algunes pujades bastant pronunciades, però valen la pena!...

  • Kapakapanui VK

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    near Reikorangi, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    Victor Kuipers
    Distance
    7.42mi
    Elevation +
    3960f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofKapakapanui VK Photo ofKapakapanui VK Photo ofKapakapanui VK

    Awesome hike, but you need to be fit going up and sure-footed on the way down. This is a steep route in both directions. The effort is rewarded with a superb variety of forest and, weather permitting, awesome views in al...

  • Pukatiro Loop

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    near Pukerua Bay, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    dukeigi
    Distance
    5.73mi
    Elevation +
    1362f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofPukatiro Loop Photo ofPukatiro Loop Photo ofPukatiro Loop

    From the carpark, follow the yellow markers. In winter the river was too wide so we had to take shoes off, on the way back we found a narrow part to jump over. The first part is on a nice wide path through the forest, no...

  • Wellington Wind Turbine to Hawkins Hill Radar station

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    near Kowhai Park, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    dukeigi
    Distance
    4.37mi
    Elevation +
    709f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofWellington Wind Turbine to Hawkins Hill Radar station Photo ofWellington Wind Turbine to Hawkins Hill Radar station Photo ofWellington Wind Turbine to Hawkins Hill Radar station

    Turbine to Hawkins Hill Radar station. It's a paved private road but waking is permitted. You get amazing views of the many wind turbines and can see lots of the south island on a nice day.

  • Mt Matthews (Orongorongos)

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    near Eastbourne, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    DHut
    Distance
    16.22mi
    Elevation +
    3947f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofMt Matthews (Orongorongos) Photo ofMt Matthews (Orongorongos) Photo ofMt Matthews (Orongorongos)

    Along the walking track until the river, near the huts, then follow the river with numerous river crossings until the branch for Mt Matthews. Then it is a steep uphill on a well-formed track. Return the same way. A good ...

  • Colonial knob

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    near Ranui Heights, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    hyejin
    Distance
    4.81mi
    Elevation +
    1234f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofColonial knob Photo ofColonial knob Photo ofColonial knob

    It's a nice walking route. I was walking slowly taking photos and making videos. It might take shorter if you take this route.

  • Zealandia

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    near Highbury, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    etnatracker
    Distance
    1.70mi
    Elevation +
    167f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofZealandia Photo ofZealandia Photo ofZealandia

    3D Video Relive:Zealandia è un luogo ove si sta tentando l'impossibile... garantire un habitat incontaminato a molte specie endemiche portate sull'orlo dell'estinzione dai Maori prima e da noi occidentali poi.Per maggior...

  • Skyline walkway

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    near Broadmeadows, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    hyejin
    Distance
    8.04mi
    Elevation +
    1785f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofSkyline walkway Photo ofSkyline walkway Photo ofSkyline walkway

    It was a super windy day...! I went to the wrong side a few times Very nice walk between Karori and Johnsonville.

  • New Zealand: Yorks bay to Eastbourne via the ridge track

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    near York Bay, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    Alan Stobie
    Distance
    5.47mi
    Elevation +
    1916f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofNew Zealand: Yorks bay to Eastbourne via the ridge track Photo ofNew Zealand: Yorks bay to Eastbourne via the ridge track Photo ofNew Zealand: Yorks bay to Eastbourne via the ridge track

    An insulating walk entirely on a well marked footpath. Can be slippery when wet but lots of tree roots to stabilise the path. A lovely French Cafe at the end of the track. Bus back to complete the circle.

  • Whangaimoana Beach

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    near Pirinoa, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    MartynElvy
    Distance
    1.53mi
    Elevation +
    20f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofWhangaimoana Beach Photo ofWhangaimoana Beach Photo ofWhangaimoana Beach

    A short bit of beach track along the cliffs at Whangaimoana. Good fishing spot or just a place to spend some time on the beach. There may be some mud in the middle if it's been raining recently, which could be a challeng...

  • Castlepoint lighthouse and cove, Castlepoint, New Zealand

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    near Castlepoint, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    Mariamest
    with Solrak7
    Distance
    3.45mi
    Elevation +
    531f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofCastlepoint lighthouse and cove, Castlepoint, New Zealand Photo ofCastlepoint lighthouse and cove, Castlepoint, New Zealand Photo ofCastlepoint lighthouse and cove, Castlepoint, New Zealand

    Walking loop around Castlepoint lighthouse and the cove, getting stunning views of the lighthouse. Take care in this track, it goes very close to the edge of big cliffs, especially in windy days.

  • Wellington - Drive thru to Devil's Gate

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    near Owhiro Bay, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    Andrew Crisp
    Distance
    1.98mi
    Elevation +
    75f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo ofWellington - Drive thru to Devil's Gate Photo ofWellington - Drive thru to Devil's Gate Photo ofWellington - Drive thru to Devil's Gate

    Fine day, didn't attempt the gate itself due to traveling solo on this occassion. Easy ride and great fun for a family excursion to the Gate. FIRST photo is at Devil's Gate entrance - you have been warned! :-)

  • Castle Point

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    near Castlepoint, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    dukeigi
    Distance
    1.20mi
    Elevation +
    69f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofCastle Point Photo ofCastle Point Photo ofCastle Point

    Nice but long drive from Wellington. Interesting lighthouse loop, but even better is the lagoon, rocks to climb on, fossils, and if you're up for it climb the castle rock. from http://www.nzfrenzy.com , best NZ guideb...

  • Brooklyn to Aro Valley

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    near Kowhai Park, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    dukeigi
    Distance
    2.00mi
    Elevation +
    30f
    TrailRank
    21
    Photo ofBrooklyn to Aro Valley Photo ofBrooklyn to Aro Valley

    Brooklyn to Aro Valley. Starts at the barrier to the wind turbine street and follow along the bike/walking track down to Aro street. There's probably a shorter path than this, seen many different forks along the route. I...

  • 2023-01-05 Paekakiriki Escarpment Track (NZ) (Te Araroa)

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    near Paekakariki, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    ribuck
    Distance
    6.16mi
    Elevation +
    1732f
    TrailRank
    19

    The Paekakariki Escarpment Track runs along the escarpment in the Kapiti Coast just north of Wellington. There are plenty of ups and downs, with over a thousand steps and a couple of long suspension bridges. It's not rem...

  • Otari Wilton to British Peak Loop

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    near Wadestown, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    Whatrunnersdo
    Distance
    10.71mi
    Elevation +
    2513f
    TrailRank
    19

    From Wilton Bush to Johnson's Hill then onto British Peak and Back. The trail starts on the lower car park at Wilton Bush then goes via the bush track to Johnston hill. Head down and take the 4wd track Look north, and y...

  • Makara peak mountain bike trail. T4

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    near Karori West, Wellington (New Zealand)
    Author
    AlexRei
    Distance
    3.99mi
    Elevation +
    614f
    TrailRank
    19

    T4 (Trail To The Top). This is a path designed for bikes by the local city council and mountain biking clubs. Just a small part of the network of mountain bike trails that were made alongside the process of replanting na...

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