Hihikiwi lookout, Pirongia
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Rachel Smith
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Hihikiwi Lookout
Located in Pirongia Forest Park in the Waikato region
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Introduction
Walk to this lookout point on Mount Pirongia for one of the best vantage points over the west coast harbours.The walk to the lookout is the first part of the Pirongia summit via Hihikiwi Track.
The track starts off steeply from Pirongia West Road before settling into a steady climb to Hihikiwi Lookout (905 m). This is one of the best vantage points over the west coast harbours.
The track is muddy in places with some sections of boardwalk and a wooden viewing platform at the lookout.
For a longer walk, continue on to Pahautea Hut and Pirongia summit.
3 km north of Te Rauamoa, turn off SH31 onto Te Rauamoa Road, which becomes Pirongia West Road. The start of the track is about 7 km from the turn off.
Stay safe in the outdoors
- Take the right gear for your trip: Walking and tramping gear lists.
- Tell a trusted person your plans and when to raise the alarm if you haven’t returned. Send them the information directly, or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk.
- Follow the five essential steps of the Land Safety Code.
Contacts
| Te Rapa Office | |
| Phone: | +64 7 850 8378 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | waikato@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
5 Northway St Te Rapa Hamilton 3200 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 20025 Te Rapa Hamilton 3241 |
| Full office details | |