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The Best Walking Trails in New Zealand

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  • Shallow Bay

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    near Manapouri, Southland (New Zealand)
    Author
    dukeigi
    with Daniela vA
    Distance
    6.42mi
    Elevation +
    1854f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofShallow Bay Photo ofShallow Bay

    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

  • 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...

  • Black Hill (746 m) circular track in Nelson lakes

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    near Saint Arnaud, Tasman (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    2.08mi
    Elevation +
    364f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofBlack Hill (746 m) circular track in Nelson lakes Photo ofBlack Hill (746 m) circular track in Nelson lakes Photo ofBlack Hill (746 m) circular track in Nelson lakes

    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...

  • Te Ara Tahuna Estuary walkway, Orewa,NZ

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    near Red Beach, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    LMChak
    Distance
    5.58mi
    Elevation +
    105f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofTe Ara Tahuna Estuary walkway, Orewa,NZ Photo ofTe Ara Tahuna Estuary walkway, Orewa,NZ Photo ofTe Ara Tahuna Estuary walkway, Orewa,NZ

    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)
    Author
    LMChak
    Distance
    4.45mi
    Elevation +
    446f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofWhakapapanui Walk,NZ Photo ofWhakapapanui Walk,NZ Photo ofWhakapapanui Walk,NZ

    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.

  • Mahia, NZ

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    near Mahia Beach, Hawke's Bay (New Zealand)
    Author
    LMChak
    Distance
    11.51mi
    Elevation +
    1273f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofMahia, NZ Photo ofMahia, NZ Photo ofMahia, NZ

    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.

  • Milford to Browns Bay Loop,NZ

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    near Milford, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    LMChak
    Distance
    12.11mi
    Elevation +
    892f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofMilford to Browns Bay Loop,NZ Photo ofMilford to Browns Bay Loop,NZ Photo ofMilford to Browns Bay Loop,NZ

    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.

  • Milford to Devonport Loop,NZ

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    near Milford, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    LMChak
    Distance
    13.61mi
    Elevation +
    614f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofMilford to Devonport Loop,NZ Photo ofMilford to Devonport Loop,NZ Photo ofMilford to Devonport Loop,NZ

    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 ...

  • Mount Iron (548m) (Circular)

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    near Wanaka, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    2.88mi
    Elevation +
    738f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofMount Iron (548m) (Circular) Photo ofMount Iron (548m) (Circular) Photo ofMount Iron (548m) (Circular)

    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...

  • Mount Saint John (Auckland)

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    near Epsom, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    0.50mi
    Elevation +
    72f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofMount Saint John (Auckland) Photo ofMount Saint John (Auckland) Photo ofMount Saint John (Auckland)

    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 ...

  • 20240301-WTL-000 Wenderholm Beach to Schischka House

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    near Waiwera, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    lsj.herbert
    Distance
    2.76mi
    Elevation +
    354f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo of20240301-WTL-000 Wenderholm Beach to Schischka House Photo of20240301-WTL-000 Wenderholm Beach to Schischka House Photo of20240301-WTL-000 Wenderholm Beach to Schischka House

    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 ...

  • Mores Coastal loop track (Riverton / Aparima)

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    near Riverton/Aparima, Southland (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    1.85mi
    Elevation +
    492f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofMores Coastal loop track (Riverton / Aparima) Photo ofMores Coastal loop track (Riverton / Aparima) Photo ofMores Coastal loop track (Riverton / Aparima)

    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...

  • Tunnel beach walking track (Dunedin)

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    near Burnside, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    1.25mi
    Elevation +
    472f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofTunnel beach walking track (Dunedin) Photo ofTunnel beach walking track (Dunedin) Photo ofTunnel beach walking track (Dunedin)

    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...

  • Baldwin street (Dunedin) (World' steepest street)

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    near North East Valley, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    0.46mi
    Elevation +
    207f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofBaldwin street (Dunedin) (World' steepest street) Photo ofBaldwin street (Dunedin) (World' steepest street) Photo ofBaldwin street (Dunedin) (World' steepest street)

    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...

  • Te Tatua a Riukiuta (Auckland)

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    near Three Kings, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    1.05mi
    Elevation +
    102f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofTe Tatua a Riukiuta (Auckland) Photo ofTe Tatua a Riukiuta (Auckland) Photo ofTe Tatua a Riukiuta (Auckland)

    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...

  • huka falls

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    near Wairakei, Waikato (New Zealand)
    Author
    pderand
    with pillderand
    Distance
    0.63mi
    Elevation +
    3f
    TrailRank
    26| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofhuka falls Photo ofhuka falls Photo ofhuka falls

    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)
    Author
    dukeigi
    with Daniela vA
    Distance
    2.29mi
    Elevation +
    1224f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofKarangahake Photo ofKarangahake Photo ofKarangahake

    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...

  • Mahurangi Regional Park,NZ

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    near Mahurangi West, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    LMChak
    Distance
    1.87mi
    Elevation +
    289f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofMahurangi Regional Park,NZ Photo ofMahurangi Regional Park,NZ Photo ofMahurangi Regional Park,NZ

    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.

  • Hilltop (Mores Reserve, Riverton / Aparima)

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    near Riverton/Aparima, Southland (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    0.52mi
    Elevation +
    79f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofHilltop (Mores Reserve, Riverton / Aparima) Photo ofHilltop (Mores Reserve, Riverton / Aparima) Photo ofHilltop (Mores Reserve, Riverton / Aparima)

    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.

  • Ohinerau (Auckland)

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    near Parnell, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    0.68mi
    Elevation +
    92f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofOhinerau (Auckland) Photo ofOhinerau (Auckland) Photo ofOhinerau (Auckland)

    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

  • Mount Albert (Auckland)

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    near Owairaka, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    0.57mi
    Elevation +
    49f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofMount Albert (Auckland) Photo ofMount Albert (Auckland) Photo ofMount Albert (Auckland)

    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

  • Nikau flat hut to redpath road

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    near Wairata, Bay of Plenty (New Zealand)
    Author
    hyejin
    Distance
    5.92mi
    Elevation +
    1194f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofNikau flat hut to redpath road Photo ofNikau flat hut to redpath road Photo ofNikau flat hut to redpath road

    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...

  • Redpath road to Nikau flat hut

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    near Wairata, Bay of Plenty (New Zealand)
    Author
    hyejin
    Distance
    8.19mi
    Elevation +
    2165f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofRedpath road to Nikau flat hut Photo ofRedpath road to Nikau flat hut Photo ofRedpath road to Nikau flat hut

    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.

  • Otoko walkway

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    near Waikohu, Gisborne (New Zealand)
    Author
    hyejin
    Distance
    5.02mi
    Elevation +
    476f
    TrailRank
    26
    Photo ofOtoko walkway Photo ofOtoko walkway Photo ofOtoko walkway

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

  • The Grove

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    near Pohara, Tasman (New Zealand)
    Author
    dukeigi
    with Daniela vA
    Distance
    0.40mi
    Elevation +
    85f
    TrailRank
    25
    Photo ofThe Grove Photo ofThe Grove Photo ofThe Grove

    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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