This loop walk climbs to vantage points with spectacular views - farmland, a beach and gun emplacements will keep kids interested.
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-41.22, 174.70 · rel 17534026
-41.22, 174.70 · rel 17534026
Mākara Walkway
A 6,7 km loop walk in Wellington.
Loop walk
start = finish · Wellington
6,7km
Distance
moderate
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
loop
Shape
24
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Castle or ruins
Remote
Uncrowded
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 2 points along the route
What will you encounter?
1× castle
1× ruins
Fort Opau
castle ·
38 m off route
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Makara Radio Station ruins
ruins ·
342 m off route
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04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Start
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Mākara Walkway is 6.7 km long.
At an average walking pace, Mākara Walkway takes approximately 1h 40min to complete.
Yes, Mākara Walkway is a round walk that starts and finishes at the same point — no return transport needed.
Mākara Walkway starts at Mākara Beach.
Mākara Walkway is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Mākara Walkway is maintained and managed by Department of Conservation.