The Top 11 Peaks in Waikato
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Waikato is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 11
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Waikato for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Waikato for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 8, 2025
Red Crater
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The view at the Red Crater alone is enough to make the Alpine Crossing or one of the multi-day hikes worthwhile. However, it should be taken to bring along warm …
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Pinnacles Summit
Highlight • Summit
Perfect spot for sunrise or sunset
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Hakarimata Summit Stairs
Highlight (Segment) • Summit
This stairway is the same as the fitness path for the locals. They go up and down here in droves for training.
A local said the All Blacks, New Zealand's …
A local said the All Blacks, New Zealand's …
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Paku Summit Lookout
Highlight • Summit
Great view over the sea and the bay! Wicked New Zealand.
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Te Aroha Summit Lookout
Highlight • Summit
Nice view. Bit of a slog to get there.
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Mount Karioi Summit View
Highlight • Summit
This is the helicopter pad on the top where you have the most amazing 360° views
- Mt Taranaki and Mt Ruapehu are visible on clear, sunny days
- Mt Taranaki and Mt Ruapehu are visible on clear, sunny days
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Pureora Summit (1,165 m)
Highlight • Summit
Worthwhile viewing summit with views over the entire Pureora Forest, Lake Taupo and, if you're lucky, Tongariro
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Mount Pureora Summit
Highlight • Summit
It's a good climb to the summit from Link Rd with lots of stairs and in places the track has washed away.
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View of Coromandel and Kennedy Bay
Highlight • Viewpoint
Worth the effort to get this far. Rewarded with good views. Not quite 360°, you'd need to be at the Trig to get those.
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Hihikiwi Summit Viewpoint
Highlight • Viewpoint
Hihikiwi Summit Viewpoint.
Decent view. Start of an amazing boardwalk towards the Hut.
Decent view. Start of an amazing boardwalk towards the Hut.
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