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Karamu Walkway South, Waikato

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Karamu Walkway SouthIntermediate

Submitted by Martin Carroll

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16.00km

700m

700m

 

Waikato

Hamilton

Back country - remote

Out and Back

Undulating, some big hills

Native bush
Riverside
Open farmlands

Intermediate

4:00 (Slow)
3:00 (Moderate)
2:00 (Fast)

-8.5%

+8.5%

Closed annually over lambing season (1 August – 31 October).

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Description

The Karamu Walkway winds across farmland. There are several markers - orange triangles and white posts which guide the way. Wonderful views in all directions from the high points.


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Features of interest

Limestone bluffs.


Make Up of Run

Technical Single Track: 10%

Moderate Single Track: 30%

Easy Single Track: 10%

Farm Road / 4WD Track: 50%


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  • Access

    Follow the Karamu Walkway signpost to the carpark (short gravel track) from Fillery Road, near the Limeworks Loop Road intersection.

    Signposted carpark available. No facilities.

    28 km

    28 minutes

    No

    No

  • Staying Safe

    Moderate.

    Patchy.

    Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Windproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map.

    There are some streams on this route but as they cross farmland it's advisable to carry your own water

    Working farm. Sheep, goats, pigs and cattle, including bulls.
    Mostly exposed to the elements - can get very windy.

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