Kaiaua to Thames
Waikato, New Zealand
Point-to-point trail in Waikato, New Zealand. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 32.7 mi (52.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 177 ft (54 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr
- High point
- 56 ft (17 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Kaiaua Boat Club 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Visitor center: Pūkorokoro Miranda Shorebird Centre 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from start
- Shelter 16.6 mi (26.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Goldfield Memorial 32.6 mi (52.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Kaiaua to Thames
How long is Kaiaua to Thames?
Kaiaua to Thames is 32.7 mi (52.5 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr. It climbs 177 ft (54 m) in total, up to a high point of 56 ft (17 m).
How hard is Kaiaua to Thames?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Kaiaua to Thames?
Parking at the start. 17 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Kaiaua to Thames?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 0.3 mi (0.5 km), 11.9 mi (19.1 km), 20.2 mi (32.5 km).
Is Kaiaua to Thames shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Kaiaua to Thames?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Kaiaua to Thames?
Garden Bar, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: The Pink Shop, 0 mi (0.1 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Kaiaua to Thames?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap