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A solo hiker walks on a sandy path through coastal scrub.
Te Araroa tracks
Find out about tracks that are part of Te Araroa Trail on public conservation land.

The tracks included here are managed by DOC. They do not form the full trail. 

For information about the entire trail visit Te Araroa: The long pathway

The tracks are listed alphabetically. You can filter tracks by region.

Otago

The Arawata Bridle Track follows part of the original bridle trail that connected Queenstown and Glenorchy.

This tramping track links Ahuriri Valley and Lake Hāwea via Mount Martha Saddle, Tīmaru River and Breast Hill. It's a demanding tramp for experienced hikers. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.

Suitable for all ages and experience levels, this gentle riverside track links Albert Town to Hāwea. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.

Stroll, walk, run or cycle around a lake surrounded by spectacular mountains. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.

The Motatapu Track follows much of an historic route that linked the Wānaka and Arrowtown areas. It's a demanding alpine tramp for experienced parties. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.

A picturesque riverside walk along the Clutha River/Mata-Au. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.

Walk or bike by Lake Wakatipu, then climb through native bush and pine forest to see Wilson Bay from Kirks Terrace. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.