The best mountain hikes in Waikato
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Last updated: October 19, 2025
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1. Lower Tama Lake – Edge of Lava Flow loop from Highlands Park
15.6km
04:25
350m
350m
Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2. Edge of Lava Flow loop from Highlands Park
7.27km
02:02
140m
140m
Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. View of Mount Ngauruhoe loop from Highlands Park
12.8km
04:08
540m
540m
Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
2
hikers
4. Silica Rapids loop from Highlands Park
7.59km
02:11
190m
190m
Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
2
hikers
5. Pohaturoa loop from Tihiotonga
6.39km
01:46
110m
110m
Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
2
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6. Pohaturoa loop from Fenton Park
8.02km
02:16
170m
170m
Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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