The best running trails in Kaingaroa Forest

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Running in Kaingaroa Forest is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Kaingaroa Forest—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Tauhara loop from Gradwell	Expert 01:21 6.32km
Running loop from Kaingaroa Forest	Intermediate 00:55 6.28km
Lake Taupo Lakefront View loop from Hilltop	Intermediate 00:32 5.07km
Hot Water Stream – Huka Falls loop from Rangatira Park	Expert 02:54 26.1km

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Tauhara loop from Gradwell
01:21
6.32km
12:49/km
490m
490m
Expert
60
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Running loop from Kaingaroa Forest
00:55
6.28km
8:42/km
300m
300m
Intermediate
23
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Lake Taupo Lakefront View loop from Hilltop
00:32
5.07km
6:24/km
70m
70m
Intermediate
15
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hot Water Stream – Huka Falls loop from Rangatira Park
02:54
26.1km
6:39/km
300m
300m
Expert
39
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.