Waipapa River Track
DOC track · Northland
Waipapa River Track is a 11.7 km DOC tramping track in Northland with 597 m of climbing and a high point of 407 m.

This scenic two-day tramp follows the Waipapa River through the heart of Puketī Forest. It is only recommended for experienced and well-equipped trampers. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.
Track stats
| Distance | 11.7 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 2 days |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Advanced |
| Track type | Tramping Track |
| Elevation gain | 597 m |
| Elevation loss | 228 m |
| Highest point | 407 m |
| Lowest point | 20 m |
| Region | Northland |
| Start | -35.27736, 173.68327 |
| End | -35.22890, 173.73990 |
Distance, elevation and the profile are worked out by TrailTreks from DOC's track line and the LINZ 8 m elevation model, from the start marker on the map. Time and difficulty are DOC's.
Elevation profile
GPX file
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Alerts and conditions
Check current alerts on DOC before you go: tracks close for slips, floods, fire risk and pest control. The DOC page also has access, facilities and safety information.
Nearby DOC tracks
- Pukatea Ridge Track (0.0 km away)
- Kauri Stump Walk (6.9 km away)
- Puketī Nature Trail (12.4 km away)
- Manginangina Kauri Walk (13.8 km away)
- Rainbow Falls Walk (24.7 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
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