Mount Maunganui Summit Track
Mount Maunganui Summit Track
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- FamilyFirst_12Chicago, Illinois57 contributionsStunning views!Wow! The views were spectacular at the top of the track. Although the hike up was quite challenging and we had to stop several times to break it was so worth it. We are some what in shape I would add and still found it very challenging as it is quite steep. Loved seeing the sheep so close up as well. Don't miss this. I wish we had more time to spend in Mt Maunganui The beach was gorgeous.Visited March 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 24 March 2023
- Raja N2 contributionsHardwork that is worth every bead of sweat.Mt Manganui is one of our favorite places. Beautiful beaches, great ambience , nice food spots makes it a real holiday spot. A drive to Papamoa is worthwhile as well. The latest work done around the beach makes it very beautiful place. The walk up to the summit is worthwhile. If one is fit, can walk the steep path with mostly stairs on right side , beach side. Otherwise, walk up from left side is better. There is other option around the base. Either way, the walk gives a great pleasure.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 28 December 2023
- Paolo1005Montreal, Canada628 contributionsGreat viewsBeautiful walk to the top about 45 minutes climb. If you want a more challenging climb, we went up the back of the track Steeper longer and definitely more challenging. But in the end, we end up on top with awesome views. Or you can just go around at the bottom all along the coast also very beautiful and all free!!Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 29 January 2024
- Natalie DSalt Lake City, Utah11 contributionsHighly recommend the hike!We hiked to the top with our kids ages 8 and 11. We took the shorter route and made it up quickly. It’s a beautiful hike with great views on your way up and on top. I also did the walk around the bottom, which was also lovely. I highly recommend both!Visited February 2024Travelled with familyWritten 9 February 2024
- What We Found TravellingSydney, Australia3,296 contributionsViews Views ViewsYou don’t actually climb up this mountain but there are lots of steep walking sections so make sure your foot ware is good. Lovely views on the way up. Magnificent views from the top. Sensational views on the way down. It will take about 2 hours to do the return hike to the summit including stopping for photos. You’ll see plenty of sheep & birds.Visited March 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 15 March 2024
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Sydney, Australia3,296 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
You don’t actually climb up this mountain but there are lots of steep walking sections so make sure your foot ware is good.
Lovely views on the way up. Magnificent views from the top. Sensational views on the way down.
It will take about 2 hours to do the return hike to the summit including stopping for photos.
You’ll see plenty of sheep & birds.
Lovely views on the way up. Magnificent views from the top. Sensational views on the way down.
It will take about 2 hours to do the return hike to the summit including stopping for photos.
You’ll see plenty of sheep & birds.
Written 16 March 2024
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Kori A
Mount Maunganui, New Zealand6 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
Breathtaking views!! A strenuous walk to the top, but so worth it. A world-class walk and view of one of the Most spectacular beaches in the world-
Mount Maunganui main beach. Vistas of Pilot Bay & Motoriki Island- aka Leisure Island, are incredible too. Bring water- you will get thirsty, wear nonslip shoes. An #NZmustdo, #MountMaunganuiMagic
Mount Maunganui main beach. Vistas of Pilot Bay & Motoriki Island- aka Leisure Island, are incredible too. Bring water- you will get thirsty, wear nonslip shoes. An #NZmustdo, #MountMaunganuiMagic
Written 12 March 2024
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Natalie D
Salt Lake City, UT11 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
We hiked to the top with our kids ages 8 and 11. We took the shorter route and made it up quickly. It’s a beautiful hike with great views on your way up and on top.
I also did the walk around the bottom, which was also lovely. I highly recommend both!
I also did the walk around the bottom, which was also lovely. I highly recommend both!
Written 9 February 2024
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Paolo1005
Montreal, Canada628 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
Beautiful walk to the top about 45 minutes climb.
If you want a more challenging climb, we went up the back of the track
Steeper longer and definitely more challenging. But in the end, we end up on top with awesome views. Or you can just go around at the bottom all along the coast also very beautiful and all free!!
If you want a more challenging climb, we went up the back of the track
Steeper longer and definitely more challenging. But in the end, we end up on top with awesome views. Or you can just go around at the bottom all along the coast also very beautiful and all free!!
Written 29 January 2024
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joannag64
Haena, HI33 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
The views were beautiful and the hike was quite easy. Three options. Took about 1 hour 25 minutes to climb it. We did it early so got to catch some of the gorgeous sunrise.
Written 26 January 2024
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Raja N
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Dec 2023 • Family
Mt Manganui is one of our favorite places. Beautiful beaches, great ambience , nice food spots makes it a real holiday spot. A drive to Papamoa is worthwhile as well. The latest work done around the beach makes it very beautiful place.
The walk up to the summit is worthwhile. If one is fit, can walk the steep path with mostly stairs on right side , beach side. Otherwise, walk up from left side is better. There is other option around the base. Either way, the walk gives a great pleasure.
The walk up to the summit is worthwhile. If one is fit, can walk the steep path with mostly stairs on right side , beach side. Otherwise, walk up from left side is better. There is other option around the base. Either way, the walk gives a great pleasure.
Written 29 December 2023
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lisafaery
Port Macquarie, Australia74 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Good workout, and the views ... well, they are insane! Don't skip it, just take breathers and go to the top!
Written 17 December 2023
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Amanda v
Melbourne, Australia31 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
We decided to the do step and shorter climb to the summit. I found it hard going, not very good with steepness. But glad I persevered it was great views on the way up and at the top.
Written 9 December 2023
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David E
Auckland, New Zealand15 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
The climb is steep but manageable with good pathways. The views from the top are spectacular. A beautiful safe place to visit
Written 19 November 2023
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Gary W
Richmond, Australia885 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Excellent walking/running track around the mountain. Not to steep and easy on the feet. Lovely views all along and takes one to the excellent Main Beach with its restaurants. There are also steeper trails going up the mountain. Well worth a visit.
Written 22 October 2023
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Ping L
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Dear trekkers, can one easily park RV on the trailhead? Do we need parking permit? If so, where can we get the permit?
Dennis C
Tauranga, New Zealand6 contributions
Yes parking is limited and you would have to take a chance that something is available close by. If you do have to park further away the walk along the beach to the mount track is a nice appetizer. If you intend staying longer than a few hours it may be best to book a camp site
HullJules
Kingston-upon-Hull, UK164 contributions
Can you park your car close by
mollieb284
62 contributions
You can try. But there is no allocated parking for the track itself. However, walking around Mt Maunganui is just beautiful, so even if you have to park 5 or ten minutes away you will still enjoy yourself.
Shai
Wellington, New Zealand5 contributions
Is there a store/place nearby where we can store our luggage before we do the walk? (like a luggage locker) we arrive before our check-in time.. would like to do the walk prior checking in, so need somewhere to leave our bags :-) HELP
Steffl-88
Goslar, Germany228 contributions
There is a campground and a lot of shops - i am sure if you ask them, that they will do this for you
Dawai13
New Plymouth, New Zealand
Hey I am 6 months pregnant, fitness level average. Has any pregnant mothers done the Mount maunganui climb before?
JamesM82
Perth, Australia63 contributions
I am much larger and much less fit than most pregnant people and I made it. There are plenty of benches to rest on if you need to catch your breath and you can spend the time enjoying the view.
Kiwi2013
Invercargill, Southland, New Zealand1 contribution
How far is the walk? We are 70 and not very fit?
Whakaten2014
Cardiff, UK38 contributions
We are in our 60’s and find it takes us about 3/4 hour or so. There are some undulations. Plenty of benches to stop along the way. Is very scenic.
However, due to a slippage there is now a diversion - up/down some deep steps. These may pose a problem for you. They are not far from the start of the walk (nearest to hotpools or to the left as you view the water). You could start that end and make a judgement as to whether to continue or to walk back and enjoy the shoreline.
How long does it take for a fit person of 30 y - male from start to the summit and back?
Scottishsuese
Swindon, UK304 contributions
You could go up and down in an hour and a half perhaps? Maybe quicker if not too hot and you are fit.
RBMpls
Long Lake, MN34 contributions
Which path is better?
jade_reeves
Tauranga, New Zealand3 contributions
The one to the left is shorter but harder with a lot of stairs, the path to the right is a lot longer with not as many stairs but slopes. It just depends how you find walks :)
Does anyone know how many stairs there are on Mount Maunganui?
Wayne L
Tauranga, New Zealand268 contributions
Once you do it, let everyone know.
CalvinSiew
2 contributions
There are a several tracks up to the summit of Mount Maunganui.
But which one is the easiest track to the top?
(e.g. Waikorire track, Motu Kauri track and/or Oruahine track).
Sully0000
Mount Maunganui, New Zealand47 contributions
Oruahine is the easiest as it has less steps and a few more flat areas.
Valerie L
Hamilton, New Zealand
Isit safe to hike alone? This is my first visit to tauranga
running-again
Tauranga, New Zealand8 contributions
The Mount is so popular you are unlikely to ever be alone up there. Yes it is safe. The track is filled with runners, walkers, locals & tourists from dawn to dusk. Enjoy
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