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OSM map layer · LineString
-38.23, 176.41 · rel 16659326
-38.23, 176.41 · rel 16659326
Tarawera Trail
12,1 km from start to finish .
Bay of Plenty · -38.23°N ·
176.41°E
12,1km
Distance
demanding
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
23
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Castle or ruins
Remote
Uncrowded
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02 · 3 points along the route
What will you encounter?
2× Attraction
1× ruins
Hot Water Beach
Attraction ·
60 m off route
7,6 km
63%
Hot Pool (Natural)
Attraction ·
264 m off route
7,6 km
63%
Maori Rock Art
ruins ·
205 m off route
12,1 km
100%
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
Tarawera Trail is 12.1 km long.
At an average walking pace, Tarawera Trail takes approximately 3h 1min to complete.
No, Tarawera Trail is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Tarawera Trail starts near coordinates -38.2083, 176.3751.
Tarawera Trail is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Tarawera Trail is maintained and managed by Department Of Conservation.