The Best Walking Trails in New Zealand

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Shallow Bay

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near Manapouri, Southland (New Zealand)

dukeigi
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Distance

6.42mi

Elevation +

1854f

TrailRank

27

The last part of the Kepler track can be done as an easy stroll from the car park to Shallow Bay and back. Bring insect repellant for the sandflies at shallow bay. from http://www.nzfrenzy.com , best NZ guidebook

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Zealandia

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near Highbury, Wellington (New Zealand)

etnatracker

Distance

1.70mi

Elevation +

167f

TrailRank

27

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...

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Black Hill (746 m) circular track in Nelson lakes

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near Saint Arnaud, Tasman (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

2.08mi

Elevation +

364f

TrailRank

27

Very easy stroll that goes up to the top of Black Hill. The hike starts at the beautiful area of West Bay in Rotoiti lake from where you can see the summit of the Black Hill and you also have wonderful views of the lake...

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Te Ara Tahuna Estuary walkway, Orewa,NZ

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near Red Beach, Auckland (New Zealand)

LMChak

Distance

5.58mi

Elevation +

105f

TrailRank

27

The loop walk is 7.58km. It's well maintained and even for the pram with a little one to enjoy. Next to the art center, parking and toilet available.

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Whakapapanui Walk,NZ

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near Whakapapa Village, Manawatu-Wanganui (New Zealand)

LMChak

Distance

4.45mi

Elevation +

446f

TrailRank

27

I parked at i site and started the walk through Whakapapa Nature Walk to Whakapapanui Walk and out to the road. Then walk the road back to carpark. Its easy and relax.

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Mahia, NZ

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near Mahia Beach, Hawke's Bay (New Zealand)

LMChak

Distance

11.51mi

Elevation +

1273f

TrailRank

27

Mahia beach walks up Kinikini Road (gravel). It took me an hour to arrive at the entrance of Scenic Reserve. One and a half hour finished the loop track. The track is mainly a bush walk, go through lots of streams.

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Milford to Browns Bay Loop,NZ

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near Milford, Auckland (New Zealand)

LMChak

Distance

12.11mi

Elevation +

892f

TrailRank

27

I start from Milford Beach Reserve (unlimited parking) and walk up to Beach Road, all the way to Browns Bay. Take East Coast Road to walk all the way back to Milford.

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Milford to Devonport Loop,NZ

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near Milford, Auckland (New Zealand)

LMChak

Distance

13.61mi

Elevation +

614f

TrailRank

27

Start at low tide from Milford Reserve, walking throught Takapuna Beach,Narrow Neck Beach and Cheltenham Beach. All the beaches are beautiful, with toilets and playgrounds. Walking back to Milford on the main road (Lake ...

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Mount Iron (548m) (Circular)

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near Wanaka, Otago (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

2.88mi

Elevation +

738f

TrailRank

26

Easy circular track near the beautiful Wanaka lake. The track starts and ends at the ample parking from where you get access to the Mount Iron Scenic Reserve. Walking clockwise you will get to the Mount Iron summit i...

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Mount Saint John (Auckland)

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near Epsom, Auckland (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

0.50mi

Elevation +

72f

TrailRank

26

Very easy and short walk to the top of Mount Saint John. The track starts with a good set of stairs and soon we get to the crater area. From the top you can see Mount Eden and also Maungakiekie. Full description and ...

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20240301-WTL-000 Wenderholm Beach to Schischka House

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near Waiwera, Auckland (New Zealand)

lsj.herbert

Distance

2.76mi

Elevation +

354f

TrailRank

26

Dog friendly on a lead with opportunity for swims in the Puhoi River (be aware of strong currents that may be about...) Note that Dogs are not allowed in Wenderholm Regional Park segment itself, where the walk begins ...

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Mores Coastal loop track (Riverton / Aparima)

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near Riverton/Aparima, Southland (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

1.85mi

Elevation +

492f

TrailRank

26

Easy circular track inside Mores Reserve. It starts following the Kings track and then it continues all the way down to the beach. When you get down the beach you will see the Balancing Rock. From here you go all the wa...

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Tunnel beach walking track (Dunedin)

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near Burnside, Otago (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

1.25mi

Elevation +

472f

TrailRank

26

A short stroll down the famous Tunnel beach and the beautiful surroundings cliffs. It is called tunnel beach because to access it you have to go through a human-carved tunnel of about 15 meters. When I visited the tide...

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Baldwin street (Dunedin) (World' steepest street)

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near North East Valley, Otago (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

0.46mi

Elevation +

207f

TrailRank

26

If you are around Dunedin it's nice to visit this street considered to be the steepest street in the world. Walk to the top to enjoy some nice views of the surroundings. Dunedin is a city built over many hills, only the...

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Te Tatua a Riukiuta (Auckland)

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near Three Kings, Auckland (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

1.05mi

Elevation +

102f

TrailRank

26

Very easy and short walk to the top of Te Tātua a Riukiuta. There is a parking area at the start of the track. You can see Auckland's skyline far in the distance when going up. Full description and more pictures at B...

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huka falls

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near Wairakei, Waikato (New Zealand)

pderand
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Distance

0.63mi

Elevation +

3f

TrailRank

26| 5.0

An impressive waterfall, and beautiful viewpoints along a small trail along the river. See the falls (photos 1, 3, 4 and 5) and upstream the falls (photo 2).

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Karangahake

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near Karangahake, Waikato (New Zealand)

dukeigi
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Distance

2.29mi

Elevation +

1224f

TrailRank

26

Various walks along the old railway lines, battery, tunnels. Lots of fun for everyone. Bring a headlamp for the tunnels and switch it off from time to time to watch for glowworms. http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recr...

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Mahurangi Regional Park,NZ

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near Mahurangi West, Auckland (New Zealand)

LMChak

Distance

1.87mi

Elevation +

289f

TrailRank

26

We took the Cudlip Point Loop Track which is easy and meet lots of friendly lamb and sheep in the open pastures. Enjoyed our lunch at Otarawao Bay. Next time will visit during low tide and take the Te Muri Track.

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Hilltop (Mores Reserve, Riverton / Aparima)

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near Riverton/Aparima, Southland (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

0.52mi

Elevation +

79f

TrailRank

26

Very short walk to the top of the hill. If you have a bit more time I recommend you do the Mores Coastal Loop Track and by extending it just a few meters you also get to the hilltop.

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Ohinerau (Auckland)

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near Parnell, Auckland (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

0.68mi

Elevation +

92f

TrailRank

26

A very easy and short walk to the top of Ōhinerau where to enjoy nice views of Auckland's skyline and also Mount Eden. Full description and more pictures at Back from Summit: Ōhinerau

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Mount Albert (Auckland)

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near Owairaka, Auckland (New Zealand)

ecmwl

Distance

0.57mi

Elevation +

49f

TrailRank

26

Very easy and short stroll to enjoy the views from the top of Mount Albert. There is a parking area at the start of the track. Full description and more pictures at Back from Summit: Mount Albert

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Nikau flat hut to redpath road

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near Wairata, Bay of Plenty (New Zealand)

hyejin

Distance

5.92mi

Elevation +

1194f

TrailRank

26

Tried to stay at Kotepato hut, but the pathway to the river was difficult to find and I managed to find the way to the river when I realised it was not passable. The current was too strong and river is too wide(long cros...

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Redpath road to Nikau flat hut

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near Wairata, Bay of Plenty (New Zealand)

hyejin

Distance

8.19mi

Elevation +

2165f

TrailRank

26

Went to the wrong way in the beginning and took me 1 more hour. This route takes about 3 hour and there are some river crossings. Mainly easy but there are some hard part occasionally.

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Otoko walkway

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near Waikohu, Gisborne (New Zealand)

hyejin

Distance

5.02mi

Elevation +

476f

TrailRank

26

Lost many times. Many signs are missing but easy route. You have to cross the stream once, and livestocks

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The Grove

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near Pohara, Tasman (New Zealand)

dukeigi
with

Distance

0.40mi

Elevation +

85f

TrailRank

25

EVERYONE who comes to golden Bay must do this little amazing walk. Be Indiana Jones or Tomb Raider for 15minutes in your day. from http://www.nzfrenzy.com , best NZ guidebook

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