Cape Reinga

Kaitaia

Kerikeri

Kaikohe

WHANGAREI

Dargaville

reat arrier Mangawhai Heads sland otea sland

Warkworth

Orewa

Helensville

AUCKLAND Whitianga Tāmaki Makaurau/ Auckland Visitor Centre

Thames Kauaeranga Visitor Centre Pukekohe Whangamata Waiuku Tuakau

Paeroa Waihi

Te Aroha Huntly Katikati

Ngaruawahia Morrinsville TAURANGA

HAMILTON Raglan Te Puke Matamata

Cambridge

WHAKATANE Te Awamutu Ohope Edgecumbe Putaruru Opotiki

Kawerau ROTORUA Otorohanga TOKOROA

Te Kuiti

Murupara

TAUPO GISBORNE Lake Waikaremoana apo LAKE Visitor Centre Taumarunui WAIKAREMOANA

Waitara Turangi Frasertown NEW PLYMOUTH Lepperton TONGARIRO Plan and prepare NORTHERN CIRCUIT Oakura WHANGANUI Wairoa JOURNEY Inglewood ational ar haapapa illage Egmont National Park Visitor Centre Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre Dawson Falls Visitor Centre Stratford

Eltham LAKE Ohakune Opunake Raetihi Waiouru Normanby NAPIER Hawera WAIKAREMOANA Taihape HASTINGS Duration: 3–4 days Great Walks season: Distance: 46 km (one way) All year

WHANGANUI Otane Waipawa Waipukurau

Marton

Bulls Feilding Dannevirke

Ashhurst Woodville PALMERSTON NORTH Foxton Beach Foxton Pahiatua

Shannon

LEVIN Eketahuna

Otaki

MASTERTON

Carterton Greytown Featherston

LOWER HUTT Martinborough WELLINGTON Pōneke/Wellington Visitor Centre

100 km Elevation profile & track guide LAKE Panekire Hut WAIKAREMOANA 36 bunks 1100 m

A refuge amongst prehistoric rainforest 1000 m with access to some of New Zealand’s 900 m Onepoto Waiopaoa Hut Bay 30 bunks Shelter 20 campers most iconic birds, this Great Walk around 800 m the shoreline of Lake Waikaremoana is 700 m truly outstanding. 600 m A visit to the heart of Te Urewera on 9 km / 4 – 6 hrs 8 km / 3 – 4 hrs the eastern side of the North Island will offer a glimpse of how New Zealand used to be.

Nau mai, Haere mai Ko Te Waikaukau o nā Mātua Tupuna Ko Panekire Te Mauna Ko Haumapuhia Te Tipua Day 2: Panekire Hut Day 1: Onepoto to Panekire Hut to Waiopaoa Hut Ko Waikaretaheke Te Awa Ko Te Umuariki Te Tanata 4–6 hours, 9 km 3–4 hours, 8 km Ko Tūhoe Te Iwi This is the most strenuous part of From Panekire Hut, the the trip, but the views from Panekire track heads southwest down Welcome to Waikaremoana, home make it worthwhile. The track starts the range to the top of the of the Nāi Tūhoe people, the from the Onepoto Shelter and leads Panekire descent. From here Children of the Mist. Pay homage you through the former Armed the track drops steeply off to Waikaremoana (sea of rippling Constabulary Redoubt Parade Ground the range into rolling valleys waters) as you scale the heights before climbing steadily up to the of beech, podocarp and of Panekire. Learn the legend of top of Panekire Bluff. You’ll enjoy kāmahi forest and the lake. spectacular views across the lake as Haumapuhia and immerse yourself in you follow the undulating ridgeline the ambience of this special place. before reaching Puketapu Trig (1180 metres) and onto Panekire Hut.

Lake Waikaremoana is a semicircular track that can be walked in either direction. The track is well marked and signposted, but some sections may be steep, rough or muddy. This brochure describes a 4-day hike from Onepoto to Hopuruahine for independent, non- guided walkers.

Duration: 3 – 4 days Distance: 46 km (one way) COVER: Panekire Bluff, Daniel Deans

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Photo: Kathrin & Stefan Marks (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0) 2

1 Take a dip in the cool, crystal-clear water after a long day’s hike. There are plenty of spots along the track, and at most of the huts and campsites. Photo: Chris McLennan 2 Soak up the rich spiritual history of the area, which is home to Nāi Tūhoe, the local Māori people, who are also known 3 4 as Nā Tamariki o te Kohu—‘the Children of the Mist’. 3 Take a short walk (1 hour return) up the side track from Korokoro Campsite to the beautiful Korokoro Falls. This is a must-see! 4 Climb to the top of the Panekire Bluff to enjoy the breath-taking panoramic views of Lake Waikaremoana. 5 Be served up an auditory treat as native birdsong echoes across the forest—those staying at Waiharuru Hut may hear kiwi calling at night.

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Places to stay

5 huts and 5 campsites operate along Lake Waikaremoana, Great Walks huts which must be booked in advance all year round. Campers  $32 per adult per night; 17 years and under stay free are not permitted to use hut facilities. (booking required). The huts have bunks, mattresses, a water supply, sinks, toilets, hand-washing facilities and heating with fuel (firebox and wood). A hut ranger may be present. Gas cooking, toilet paper and lighting is not provided so please ensure you carry your own gas cooker, toilet paper and torch.

Great Walks campsites $14 per adult per night; 17 years and under free (booking required). These offer basic facilities including toilets, sinks and a water supply. Some also have picnic tables and cooking

Waiharuru Hut. Photo: Daniel Deans shelters. Great Walks campsites can only be accessed on foot and are not accessible by vehicle or by boat. Cape Reinga

Kaitaia

Kerikeri

Kaikohe

WHANGAREI

Dargaville

reat arrier Mangawhai Heads sland otea sland

Warkworth

Orewa

Helensville

AUCKLAND Whitianga Tāmaki Makaurau/ Auckland Visitor Centre

Thames Kauaeranga Visitor Centre Pukekohe Whangamata Waiuku Tuakau

Paeroa Waihi

Te Aroha Huntly Katikati

Ngaruawahia Morrinsville TAURANGA

HAMILTON Raglan Te Puke Matamata

Cambridge

WHAKATANE Te Awamutu Ohope Edgecumbe Putaruru Opotiki

Kawerau ROTORUA Otorohanga TOKOROA

Te Kuiti

Murupara

TAUPO GISBORNE Lake Waikaremoana apo LAKE Visitor Centre WhatTaumarunui do I do next? WAIKAREMOANA Getting there

Waitara Start off at greatwalks.Turangi Waikaremoana can be approached Frasertown NEW PLYMOUTH Lepperton TONGARIRO Nco.nz/waikaremoanaORTHERN CIRCUIT for from two directions. Te Urewera Oakura WHANGANUI Wairoa JOURNEY Inglewood more information. Route (SH38) links Wairoa and the ational ar haapapa illage East Coast with the central North Egmont National Park Visitor Centre Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre Island, and passes the lake and Te Dawson Falls Visitor Centre Stratford Book your huts and Urewera Visitor Centre. campsites online at Eltham Ohakune  Onepoto, 64 km from Wairoa. Opunake Raetihi bookings.doc.govt.nz. Waiouru  Hopuruahine Landing, 155 km Normanby NAPIER Hawera from Rotorua. Book your transport to and 0 25 50 km The route has long sections of from the track. HASTINGS Taihape unsealed gravel road. There is free public parking at the Waikaremoana Buy your food and pack your Holiday Park and the nearby Te Urewera Visitor

WHANGANUI bags – download the Great Otane Centre. There are water taxi services available Walks packing list and make Waipawa between various points on the lake. We recommend sure you have everything you Waipukurau booking transport services in advance, especially in Martonneed for a 4-day independent the quieter season, as they operate on demand. Bullsunguided walk. Feilding Dannevirke Know before you go Ashhurst Read up on safetyWoodville and make It is important to plan your trip situation worse. Think STAR – PALMERSTONsure you’re well prepared for NORTH thoroughly to ensure you stay safe, Stop / Think / Assess / React. Foxton Beach Pahiatua Foxton your journey and changeable and have a great time. Before you 5. Take sufficient supplies. With Shannonweather at greatwalks.co.nz/ go, know the Outdoor Safety waikaremoana. NZ’s changeable conditions many LEVIN Code – 5 Simple rules to help you Eketahuna hikers are frequently caught out #makeithome. by isolated local conditions. Otaki Check the weather, and make 1. Plan your trip. Travel times Carry – and expect to use – rain sure you’ve downloaded and vary greatly in New Zealand, so jackets all year round. Take an printed your ticket. You can carefully planning your route is extra day’s supply of food and also getMASTERTON the latest weather essential. Seek local information an emergency shelter. Don’t rely updatesCarterton from Te Urewera about what to take, and allow on cellphone signal alone for Greytown FeatherstonVisitor Centre. enough time for the journey. Book communication. Food and drinks accommodation, transport and are not available to purchase at LOWER HUTT Martinborough transfers to the start/end of Great Walks huts or campsites. WELLINGTON All set! Lace up your boots Pōneke/Wellington track early. Plan to be self-sufficient. Visitor Centre and get hiking. Don’t forget to share your experience on 2. Tell someone your plans. Safety Lake Waikaremoana safety facebook.com/GreatWalks. is your responsibility. Leave your intentions – including your trip  This track is not recommended details and emergency contact for children under age 10, For in-depth information – with a trusted because of the exposed contact. It could save your life local knowledge, visit: mountainous environment and if things go wrong. Head to often adverse weather conditions. Te Urewera Visitor Centre mountainsafety.org.nz for more information.  Lake Waikaremoana lies between Te Kura Whenua altitudes of 600 and 1200 metres. 6249 Lake Road, SH38 3. Be aware of the weather. Cold temperatures, snow, strong Waikaremoana 4195 New Zealand weather is very winds and heavy rain can occur Phone: +64 6 837 3803 changeable. Plan for the at any time of the year. Email: [email protected] worst, expect the best. Check  Go to greatwalks.co.nz/ metservice.com for the most up waikaremoana ‘Know before greatwalks.co.nz to date info. you go’ section for detailed safety 4. Know your limits. Always follow information, and ‘What to take’ Published by: the track markers and signposted section for a comprehensive gear Department of Conservation, Marketing Team tracks. Off-track navigation is not list. PO Box 10420, Wellington 6143, New Zealand recommended for novice walkers 100 km September 2019 in New Zealand. A good level of Remember – your safety is Editing and design: fitness is required to walk the your responsibility Creative Services, DOC National Office track. You can expect to walk up to 6 hours a day depending * Prices are accurate at the time of publication. on your fitness level. If you get This publication is produced using paper sourced from into trouble don’t make a bad R160827 well-managed, renewable and legally logged forests.