From the Kaniwhaniwha carpark, follow the Nikau Walk to the Kaniwhaniwha Campsite.

Tahuanui Track leaves the campsite beside the stream and climbs steadily up a ridge to join the Tirohanga Track before the summit.

This is part of the Te Araora Trail.

This track is accessed via the Nikau Walk, which starts from the Kaniwhaniwha carpark on Limeworks Loop Road.

From Hamilton take SH23 to Whatawhata. Turn left onto Te Pahu Road after the bridge over the Waipa River. Limeworks Loop Road is about 10.6 km on the right.

A good level of fitness is required for this track.

Always pack plenty of warm clothing and a waterproof raincoat. Bring a torch and spare batteries, in case you find the walk takes you longer than expected and it starts to get dark. Find a full list of what to pack

The high level tracks on Pirongia follow steep-sided ridges. Water is difficult to find, especially in summer, so be sure to take sufficient drinking water with you.

Because of poorly drained soils, the tracks can be very muddy, especially after rain.

Check the Pirongia Mountain weather forecast – NIWA website.