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Hakarimata Rail Trail
Posted inBlog Bush Walks Country Hiking North Island Northern Waikato Walking Trails

Hakarimata Walkway

Trek the Hakarimata Walkway – a 12 km ridge trail through kauri and podocarp forest with summit views, waterfalls & glowworms near Hamilton/Waikato.
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Hakarimata Rail Trail
Posted inBlog Bush Walks Country Hiking Nature Lovers North Island Northern Waikato Walking Trails

Hakarimata Rail Trail

Explore the scenic Hakarimata Rail Trail - a 1.5 km easy walk/cycle along an old railway, through pine wetland, to cascades and historic picnic spots.
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Kauaeranga Valley
Posted inBlog Country Hiking North Island Thames Coromandel Walking Trails

Kauaeranga Valley

Explore Kauaeranga Valley - hiking, swimming & camping—home to The Pinnacles, Hoffmans Pool, kauri relics & Coromandel bush magic.
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Pirongia Mangakara Nature Walk
Posted inBlog Hiking Nature Lovers North Island Waikato Waipa District Walking Trails

Pirongia Mangakara Nature Walk

Pirongia Mangakara Nature Walk: Explore the Beauty of New Zealand’s Native Forests 🌿🏞️The Pirongia Mangakara Nature Walk, located within the stunning Pirongia Forest Park in New Zealand’s Waikato region, offers…
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Te Tuhi Track Trailhead
Posted inBlog Bush Walks Country Hiking Matamata Matamata Piako Nature Lovers North Island Te Aroha

Te Tui Track

Explore Te Tui Track in the Kaimai Ranges—11.7km of challenging tramp with native bush, historic tramlines & stunning views. Adventure awaits!
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