Ngamuwahine - Bobs Loop

Part of the Kaimai Range, through the native bush up to the Leyland O'Brien Tramway. North Island Robins are common in this area along with Kereru. Night runners are likely to encounter possums and maybe even a deer or two.

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Short stretch of gravel road to the open carpark. Safe to leave vehicles

25 km

23 minutes

With Permit

No

Moderate.

Well marked and signposted, often trees down across the track need care to get around and re-find the track

Very patchy.

Thermal leggings, Short-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Survival blanket, Cellphone, Map, Headtorch and spare batteries

There are two river crossings and several streams. As with all New Zealand streams either purify the water or take the risk of picking up bugs. I have personally drank the water plenty of times without any issues

Parts are muddy after rain and the rivers could take some skill to cross after heavy or prolonged rain

Kaimai Cafe
1603 SH 29, Lower Kaimai
https://www.facebook.com/Kaimai-Cafe-104844652886292/
Good Coffee, Food, Cold Beer. Lovely setting, great prices and very handy to the lower Kaimai area