Scenic drive
Hauraki Rail Trail through Karangahake Gorge
Karangahake, Waikato
The best-known stretch of the Hauraki Rail Trail, past tunnels, bridges and old goldmine ruins.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 3 hours
The cycle trail runs through the Karangahake Gorge between Paeroa and Waihi on the old rail corridor, crossing steel truss bridges and the 1 km rail tunnel. You can walk the gorge section as well, or ride it one way and return by the Goldfields Railway from Waikino.
Good to know
- Bikes can be hired locally
- The rail tunnel is a feature, bring a light
- The Goldfields Railway carries bikes between Waikino and Waihi
- Best time
- Spring or autumn weekday
- Getting there
- Trailheads at the Karangahake Domain and Hall car parks on SH2
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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