Last Updated: 11th Nov 2023
Te Ara Papararangi Views
Submitted by Richele McKenzie
Last Updated: 11th Nov 2023
Open
Grunt Factor: 11
Gnarl Factor: 24
9.2km
310m
310m
223m
Last Updated: 11th Nov 2023
Submitted by Richele McKenzie
Last Updated: 11th Nov 2023
Open
Grunt Factor: 11
Gnarl Factor: 24
9.2km
310m
310m
223m
Urban fringe
Out and Back
Undulating, small hills only
Dog Friendly
Native bush
Open ridges/tops
Sealed Road
Easy Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +15.2%
Average Downhill Gradient: -15.3%
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1:25
Slow
1:10
Moderate
0:55
Fast
The trail goes along the Harbour Escarpment between Waihinahina Park and Promontory Crescent then turns around and returns to Waihinahina Park the same way. This gives you the chance to check out the stunning views of Wellington Harbour many times.
Run through the dog exercise park at the beginning then look for the signposts for the walkway. Keep following the trail until you get to the very end of Tamworth Cres (ignore first sign pointing to Tamworth Cres exit). Run along the road briefly, turn left down Cromwell Point and you'll see the trail again on the right. Follow all the way to Promontory Cr, take a few minutes to soak in the view then turn around and return to the start.
Te Ara Paparārangi and Te Ara Paparāngi ki te Tonga are the two tracks that make up this trail along the Harbour Escarpment . Ngā Hau e Whā o Paparārangi marae is just above the trail. There is regenerating native bush in the Gilberd Bush Reserve. Waihinahina Park overlooks Horokiwi Quarry and is the site of the old quarry. Stunning view of Wellington Harbour! Artificial grottoes along the way, including figures from The Simpsons.
Plenty of car parking available.
11 km
12 minutes
Yes
No
Easy.
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Perfect throughout.
Windproof jacket, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map.
No water available.
Parts of the trail can be muddy after rain.
Viewpoints can be exposed to the wind.
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Such a fun trail that rewards you with a surprise view that is worth the ups and downs. Great track to head into to hide from the Northern suburbs winds too, it is usually very sheltered in there as the bush offers great protection.
January 5, 2021
What a great urban trail, really enjoyed this! Could easily take a few wrong turns as there are a few options, but the described GPX are good
October 9, 2020
Great wee trail... confusing at the start... the trail proper starts to the right - as you leave the car park heading towards the harbour follow the Bush line around to the right of you and you will come to the trail entrance. Great views and very firm trail... wear a more cushioned shoe if you have one.
August 19, 2020
I recall doing a volunteer day clean-up of this reserve a few years ago, and wow how it's transformed. It's gorgeous now. An easy trail, but with some decent vertical, and outstanding views of the Wellington harbour. Thanks Richele!
August 5, 2020
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