Wairake Track

Dogs Unknown

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This is the shortest route to the summit and isn't as steep as sections of the Karioi Track. It doesn't have the same views.

It's a 40-min walk across private farmland to the bush edge. Respect the access privilege which is only available during daylight hours.

From the bush edge, the track climbs steadily through coastal forest, comprising kohekohe, māhoe, rewarewa, kamahi and a variety of ferns and shrubs, to the summit.

Getting there: The track starts at the end of Karioi Road, off Ruapuke Road.

kohekohe, māhoe, rewarewa, kamahi and a variety of ferns and shrubs