Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae

Questions about Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae

How long is Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae?

Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae is 15.5 mi (25 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 40 min. It climbs 3,215 ft (980 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,638 ft (804 m).

How hard is Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae?

GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae?

Parking at the start. 8 more lots along the route.

Are there water and toilets on Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae?

Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 14.6 mi (23.5 km), 15 mi (24.1 km), 15.5 mi (25 km).

Is Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae shaded?

Mostly shaded (71% under trees).

What can you do on Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae?

Best for Hiking.

Where can you eat near Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae?

Golden Nest Takeaways, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Woolworths, 0.1 mi (0.1 km).

Is this a good week for Te Araroa - 05 Wellington - b Otaki Forks to Waikanae?

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.