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OSM map layer · LineString
-41.02, 174.92 · rel 6964826
-41.02, 174.92 · rel 6964826
Paekakariki Escarpment
10,4 km from start to finish through alpine terrain and mountains.
Wellington · -41.02°N ·
174.92°E
10,4km
Distance
+200m
Ascent
easy
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
24
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1
Viewpoints
01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Alpine Terrain
Mountains
Summit
1× viewpoint
Remote
Uncrowded
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02 · 2 points along the route
What will you encounter?
1× viewpoint
1× summit
Lookout north over Kapiti Island and the Kapiti Coast
viewpoint ·
229 m off route
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Paekākāriki Hill
summit ·
376 m off route
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03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Paekakariki Escarpment is 10.4 km long.
At an average walking pace, Paekakariki Escarpment takes approximately 2h 35min to complete.
No, Paekakariki Escarpment is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Paekakariki Escarpment starts near coordinates -40.9891, 174.9517.
Paekakariki Escarpment is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.