The best walks and hikes in Kaingaroa Forest
4.4
(195)
2,130
hikers
26
hikes
Last updated: October 1, 2025
5
hikers
1. Tarawera Falls – Tarawera River loop from Hannahs Bay
3.29km
01:01
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
5.0
(1)
29
hikers
2. Tarawera Falls loop from Hannahs Bay
8.53km
02:22
140m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
Sign up for free
8
hikers
3. Historic Pioneer Sawmill Tree loop from Waitahanui
3.26km
00:54
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
4.8
(30)
364
hikers
4. Mount Tauhara Summit loop from Gradwell
6.32km
03:09
490m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Intermediate
4.8
(4)
38
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.
Get inspired with the komoot mobile app
Explore more
Browse the best Hikes in other regions.
Get ready to conquer new peaks
Sign up for Free