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Withey's Track.
Whangaparapara: Tramline and Withey Tracks

Located in Great Barrier Island/Aotea in the Auckland region

Combine these tracks with Forest Road for a circuit walk from Whangaparapara.

Tramline Track

Time: 6 hr one way

The Tramline Track, which extends about 8 km from Whangaparapara to Aotea Road, traverses most of the island at its widest point. The Whangaparapara end of the track progresses over several bridges up to Forest Road (1 hour).

Withey's Track

Time: 1 hr 30 min one way

The track is named after Bill Withey, a steam hauler operator for the Kauri Timber Company. Withey’s Track links to Forest Road, Tramline Track forming a round hike from Whangaparapara. Branching off Tramline Track, it climbs steadily before dropping to Wairahi Stream, crossing three times (no bridges) before linking with Forest Road. Beautiful bush and stream views.

The Pack Track is permanently closed.

Start on the Tramline Track on Whangaparapara Road.