Kaipawa Trig Track

Track category

Tramping track

Time:

1 hr 30 min to the trig

Description

This tramping track meanders through regenerating forest to the trig. Return the way you came or continue on to the other access point.

Getting there

Seedlings in a forest.
The Kaipawa Trig Track takes you
through regenerating forest

The trig is accessible from two locations; the summit of Whangapoua Road (SH 25) or opposite Tokatea Lookout on the summit of Kennedy Bay Road.

Places to stay

Before you go into the outdoors, tell someone your plans and leave a date to raise the alarm if you haven't returned. To do this, use the New Zealand Outdoors Intentions process on the AdventureSmart website. It is endorsed by New Zealand's search and rescue agencies and provides three simple options to tell someone you trust the details about your trip.

Weather

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Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

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Plan and prepare for your trip

Great Walks

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Safety alerts for Coromandel tracks

Contacts

Kauaeranga Visitor Centre
Phone: +64 7 867 9080
Address: Kauaeranga Valley Road
Thames 3577
Email: kauaerangavc@doc.govt.nz
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Hauraki Area Office
Phone: +64 7 867 9180
Email: kauaerangavc@doc.govt.nz
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