East Coast

Te Waiti to Lagoon Route

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Places to visit in the East Cape region

Track category

Route

Time:

2 - 4 hr

Description

Head up the side stream opposite Te Waiti Hut for 5km to where the stream forks. The route is rough and there are some deep holes in the stream. The marked track starts on the true right at the fork. Follow this up for 15 - 20 minutes to Lagoon Hut.

Getting there

From the Hastings Pole bridge on Te Waiti Valley Road, follow the benched track to Te Waiti Hut.

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Publications

Easy access walks - North Island
Easy access walks - South Island

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 East Coast tracks

Contacts

Te Urewera National Park Visitor Centre
Phone: +64 6 837 3803
Address: State Highway 38 RD 5
Aniwaniwa
Email: teureweravc@doc.govt.nz
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Opotiki Office
Phone: +64 7 315 1001
Email: opotiki-ao@doc.govt.nz
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