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Hakarimata Summit Hiking Track

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Ngāruawāhia, New Zealand

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Hakarimata Summit Hiking Track Reviews | Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars (8 reviews)

Hakarimata Summit Hiking Track is located in Ngāruawāhia, New Zealand on 2 Brownlee Avenue. Hakarimata Summit Hiking Track is rated 4.8 out of 5 in the category hiking area in New Zealand.

Address

2 Brownlee Avenue

Amenities

Good for kidsPublic toilet

Accessibility

No wheelchair-accessible entrance

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Lavinia

It was my first time climbing these mountain ranges and it was no easy task but I climbed at my own pace and I was determined to reach the top. It took me a decent two hours to get to the top and then back down again with plenty of breaks on the way. The view was lovely at the summit and a great incentive to push myself to keep going!

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Kaila Dee

A fantastic walking track with a bit of everything. Lots of native birds present. Its not a track for the faint of heart if embarking from ngaruahia as it involves climbing over 1300 steps but it's worth the sense of accomplishment. Views are interesting if u know the area. Very well maintained. Make sure not to litter and wash shoes well to keep this lovely walk the way it is

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N V

A challenging hike perfect for challenging yourself this new year! Stairs and tracks were well-maintained, and absolutely appreciated the encouraging quotes as well. The summit offered great views, although I would definitely recommend coming a lot earlier so the sun isn't too harsh creating glares of the view. Nonetheless, really great! Would I do this again? Let's go!

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Oliver Lee

It’s the most popular track I have ever seen so far. So many Kiwis come here for a fun filled nature inspired cardio! I saw old and young and younger - babies carried by father or mother for the vertical challenge. 1345 steps can converted to 96 stories high, more or less, according to my iPhone health app. I also love those small motivational signage. Be there and see your fat crying!

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Joshua Cole

Great walk. More for intermediate-Advanced walkers as it's quite steep. Great views, worth the walk.

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Daniel Dombrowski

Did it after a real gullywasher and it was still quite nice. The view... not so much super foggy. Over 1400 stairs from start to summit. Did a total of 8481 steps to reach the top and back.

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Tony Smith

The Ngaruawahia Hakarimata Summit track is a very popular walk for everyone. The summit tower is 374 metres above sea level but from the car park you will ascend around 334 metres. The first 850 m through the bush follows a stream to an old dam and waterfall. From here the gradient of the steps increases markedly for the remaining 1.1 km to the summit tower. The track is wonderfully maintained and there is plenty to see under the bush canopy and you are out of the sun. There is a seat at the 'halfway to the summit' sign. This is actually about two thirds of the way to the top if you are counting steps. Another seat is at the 3/4 mark with great views to the south east. At the top is the summit tower with expansive views of the Waikato. On a clear Winters day you can see the snow capped Mt Ruapehu and Ngauruhoe. Sunrises are beautiful up there. This is a very popular track so pick your times and enjoy with others on your journey.

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Abbey Wilson

Quicker walk than I thought it was, based on the given time. Steep but not as steep as the stairs, going up on the southern side. Recommend seeing the cascades off Waingaro road. Not sure which is tougher, going up the stairs or going down! Legs were jelly. Worth it for the view from the top.

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