Mangahao - Manahika Track
Tararua Forest Park, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand
Point-to-point trail in Tararua Forest Park, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.9 mi (20.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,339 ft (713 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 20 min
- High point
- 2,221 ft (677 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Mangahao-Makahika Track Start 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Archey's Lookout 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Horowhenua Lookout 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Arapeti Campsite 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Mangahao - Manahika Track
How long is Mangahao - Manahika Track?
Mangahao - Manahika Track is 12.9 mi (20.7 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 20 min. It climbs 2,339 ft (713 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,221 ft (677 m).
How hard is Mangahao - Manahika Track?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mangahao - Manahika Track?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Mangahao - Manahika Track?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 4.6 mi (7.3 km).
Is Mangahao - Manahika Track shaded?
Partly shaded (66% under trees).
What can you do on Mangahao - Manahika Track?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Mangahao - Manahika Track?
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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- TAR - northern crossing Tararua Forest Park · Expert · 23.1 mi (37.2 km)
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- Fairfield Shared Path Manawatū-Whanganui · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Burn Hut Loop Tararua Forest Park · Expert · 10.4 mi (16.7 km)
- Foxton Beach Shared Path Manawatū-Whanganui · Easy · 3.1 mi (5 km)
- Emergency Access Track Wellington · Hard · 3 mi (4.8 km)
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