Te Araroa - 01 Northland - g Waikare to Whangarei Heads

PARTS OF RUSSELL FOREST ARE AFFECTED BY KAURI DIEBACK DISEASE. PLEASE FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS TO WASH BOOTS ON WAY IN AND WAY OUT OF FOREST. posted May 2019

This 149.6 km route is a major undertaking — excellent fitness, reliable navigation, and multi-day planning are required. End-to-end time is roughly 33 hours and 15 minutes.

Point-to-point in layout, this trail takes you from A to B across the landscape. Consider your return logistics before heading out. Look for the TA01g trail markings to stay on the official route.

Part of the Local Walking Network (LWN), this trail is ideal for exploring the neighbourhood landscape. It is typically well-known to local walkers and offers an authentic sense of place.