· Regional
· WT
Moderate
Whakanui Track
📏
8.5 km
Distance
⏱
2h 7min
Est. duration
⛰
Moderate
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Whakanui Track: up the ridge between Whakanui Creek and Turere Stream and drops to Hine Road, Wainuiomata. At high points there are good views of the Remutaka Range.
At 8.5 km, this is a comfortable half-day walk for most hikers. At an average walking pace, plan for roughly 1 hour and 53 minutes.
As a linear trail, this route has distinct start and end points. Return transport is worth arranging in advance unless you plan to walk back the same way. Look for the WT trail markings to stay on the official route.
A Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail weaves through the regional landscape connecting villages, viewpoints, and countryside.
Elevation Profile
Loading elevation data…
Elevation data unavailable for this route.
↑ Elevation gain
↓ Elevation loss
High point
Low point
Elevation data from SRTM via OpenTopoData (open dataset).
Map
View on OSM →Loading…
Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Big Bend Track
B
Finish
· Sunny Grove, Wainuiomata
Photos
No photos yet for this route.
Reviews
No reviews yet.
Log in to write a review
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it to walk Whakanui Track?
Whakanui Track covers a distance of 8.5 km.
How long does it take to walk Whakanui Track?
At an average walking pace, Whakanui Track takes approximately 2h 7min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Whakanui Track?
No — Whakanui Track is a one-way trail. It runs from Big Bend Track to Sunny Grove, Wainuiomata. You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
Where can I begin walking Whakanui Track?
You can begin Whakanui Track at Big Bend Track.
How difficult is Whakanui Track?
Whakanui Track is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Who maintains the Whakanui Track trail?
Whakanui Track is maintained and managed by Department of Conversation.