Tauwharenīkau Trail
Wellington, New Zealand
Out-and-back trail in Wellington, New Zealand. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.5 mi (20 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 236 ft (72 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 10 min
- High point
- 322 ft (98 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Tauwharenīkau Trail
How long is Tauwharenīkau Trail?
Tauwharenīkau Trail is 12.5 mi (20 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 10 min. It climbs 236 ft (72 m) in total, up to a high point of 322 ft (98 m).
How hard is Tauwharenīkau Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Tauwharenīkau Trail?
Parking at the start. 3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Tauwharenīkau Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Tauwharenīkau Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (16% under trees).
What can you do on Tauwharenīkau Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Tauwharenīkau Trail?
Empire Hotel, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: FreshChoice, 0.3 mi (0.5 km).
Is this a good week for Tauwharenīkau Trail?
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