Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Rapurapu Kauri Track
Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Grunt Factor: 8
Gnarl Factor: 17
5.7km
170m
170m
294m
Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Last Updated: 21st Sep 2023
Grunt Factor: 8
Gnarl Factor: 17
5.7km
170m
170m
294m
Front country - easily accessible
Out and Back
Undulating, small hills only
Dog Friendly
Native bush
Plantation/exotic forest
Riverside
Farm Road / 4WD Track
Easy Single Track
Moderate Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +6.0%
Average Downhill Gradient: -6.0%
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1:10
Slow
0:50
Moderate
0:30
Fast
As you leave the carpark, the track is an easy grade that passes through an old pine bush (pines have been logged) before entering the native forest, the track is very easy to follow and there are also the DoC orange triangles to follow .
Around 1.7km into the track you will get to your first river crossing. Don't bother taking off your shoes as there are plenty more river crossings to come! The track becomes a bit more fun too, lots of tree roots to pass over. After crossing the river 8 times you will be walking up a nice boardwalk to the kauri trees, enjoy! Return same way.
Keep you eye out for some nice swimming holes too.
16 river crossings in total, lots of swimming holes. Kauri trees.
Parking is quite limited to 10 cars or less in summer months. Please note, permits are required for dogs
16 km
12 minutes
Yes
No
Moderate.
When crossing the rivers, look for the orange triangles on the other side
Generally good.
Short-sleeved thermal top, Long-sleeved thermal top, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map.
I'm pretty sure it is safe to drink from the river. It looks crystal clear
Don't attempt after heavy rainfall
While crossing rivers be aware of slippery rocks
Fastest Known Times (FKTs)
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Fantastic trail for hot day as so many steam crossings, in bush all the way
January 3, 2022
Fantastic run as long as you dont mind getting your feet wet! I only counted 14 river crossings, but easy to miss a couple with there being so many!
March 23, 2020
A short run that provided a ton of fun splashing through all the streams! The Kauri trees provide ample reward at the end. Thanks for sharing Linda.
February 1, 2020
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