Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park North-South Track
Route
Time:
5 - 6 days
Distance:
82 km approximately
Getting there
The track starts from Franklin Road off Waitawheta Road, off SH 2 near Waikino. The track exits on to SH 29 at the Kaimai Summit.
About the area
Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park has a number of historic mining and kauri logging sites within its boundaries. The park also features several popular tramping tracks.
Description
Please contact the Tauranga Area Office for more information before commencing this tramp, ph +64 7 578 7677.
The North-South Track takes at least five days of serious tramping. This walk involves both tramping tracks and routes, which can be rugged, unmaintained and unmarked. There are some huts which can be used during this tramp but camping is necessary.
Places to stay
This is a standard 16-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.
This is a serviced 26-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.
This is a standard 12-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.
Plan and prepare
Please consult a topographic map.
Camping required.
You must be well prepared when tramping on conservation land, especially on the longer day walks. Ensure you have strong, comfortable boots, warm clothing, a good raincoat, first aid kit, food and drink, a hat and sunscreen. It is also advisable that you leave your tramping intentions with a responsible person, in case you get lost.
What to expect on a route:
- Challenging day or multi-day tramping/hiking
- Track unformed and natural, rough, muddy or very steep
- Suitable for people with above average fitness. High level backcountry skills and experience, including navigation and survival skills required
- Complete self sufficiency required
- Track has markers, poles or rock cairns. Expect unbridged stream and river crossings
- Sturdy tramping/hiking boots required
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