· Local
· TA02a
Strenuous
Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach
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29.6 km
Distance
⏱
7h 22min
Est. duration
⛰
Strenuous
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach is a 29.6 km Local Hiking hiking route.
A 29.6 km long-distance challenge suited to experienced hikers. Most complete it in around 6 hours and 35 minutes.
This is a point-to-point route, running from one location to another. Plan ahead for return transport, or consider reversing the route on your way back. The trail is officially waymarked as TA02a, so look out for the trail markers along the way.
This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Mngawhai Heads, Wintle Street
B
Finish
· Pakiri Beach access
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach hiking route?
Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach is 29.6 km long.
How much time should I allow for Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach?
Most walkers allow around 7h 22min for Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach at a comfortable pace.
Is Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach a circular or linear route?
Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Mngawhai Heads, Wintle Street to Pakiri Beach access. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach start?
Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach starts at Mngawhai Heads, Wintle Street.
Is Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach suitable for beginners?
Te Araroa - 02 Auckland - a Mangawhai Heads to Pakiri Beach is best suited to experienced, fit hikers. It is not suitable for beginners.