Pakihi Track
Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Point-to-point trail in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 25.7 mi (41.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,999 ft (914 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 25 min
- High point
- 1,798 ft (548 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Hut: Pakihi Hut 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from start
- Shelter 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Pakihi Track
How long is Pakihi Track?
Pakihi Track is 25.7 mi (41.4 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 25 min. It climbs 2,999 ft (914 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,798 ft (548 m).
How hard is Pakihi Track?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Pakihi Track?
Parking at the start. 4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Pakihi Track?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 19.5 mi (31.4 km).
Is Pakihi Track shaded?
Partly shaded (47% under trees).
What can you do on Pakihi Track?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Pakihi Track?
Slims Bar, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Four Square, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for Pakihi 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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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap