Wharekirauponga Track

This track uses one of the old mining tramways and so there are mining relics dotted along the way. 

There is space for a dozen cars roughly but have never seen more than a couple. I've had no issues with security but it is remote so break-ins would go largely unwitnessed.

8 km

11 minutes

Yes

No

Easy.

Patchy.

Short-sleeved thermal top, Windproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Survival blanket, Cellphone, Map, Gaiters

No access to drinking water.

As per description above this track does become very muddy. The tunnel can be up to ankle deep water in winter and a phone torch can be handy on a more gloomy day.

Not a hazard but don't be alarmed if you hear helicopters buzzing around overhead. There is active drilling for gold further up the range and the track goes not far below their landing site.

Whilst this track is easily accessible it is not well used all year round and the cellphone service is patchy. Tell someone where you are going before you go.

It isn't a requirement that dogs be on a lead but there are signs up around supervising children and staying on track as there could be hidden mine shafts therefore I would strongly recommend keeping dogs on a lead.