3170 Maungatautari - over the mountain

Sunday  16th February 2025

Join us for a day on Maungatautari Mountain, an iconic conservation reserve offering stunning views and diverse native flora and fauna.

We will meet at the London Street car park, departing at 8.00am, to travel to the Southern Enclosure of Maungatautari (Tari Road). After entering the reserve, we will head along the old hiking track that meanders through a mix of lush forest and cleared areas, following the Te Tonga Tramping Track to Pukeatua Peak (753m). It is a little steep in places so be prepared for a bit of a vertical scramble in a couple of spots, but there are plenty of roots and rocks to help pull yourself up. We will descend via the Te Raki Track and our walk will conclude at the Northern Enclosure (Hicks Road), where a van will be waiting to transport us back to Hamilton.

This route offers fantastic views of the forest and lush Waikato landscape with abundant bird life – bring some binoculars if you have them. The track is reasonably well-maintained, with a gradual climb and steady descents. The total distance is 10.8 km, and the estimated walking time is 5 – 6 hours, depending on pace and stops.

This walk is suitable for those with moderate fitness. Some sections may involve some climbing, but we’ll take it at a relaxed pace with plenty of time to enjoy the surroundings. 

Leader:	Cathy Dickson	Phone:	021 353561
Grade:	Easy / Medium	Email:	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Transport:	Senior member	$20 - 25	Senior non-member	member +$10

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