Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 5, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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128 m

Redwoods Treewalk, Rotorua

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A walk through the peaks of the redwoods - an experience especially at night with lights (open until 10:30 p.m.).

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383 m

Redwood Tree (Sequoia sempervirens)

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Very nice little hike. I recommend the "green" round.

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610 m

Crystal Clear Pools

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2.75 km

View of Rotorua Geothermal Area from Whaka Lookout

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This spot offers the best view over the whole Te Puia geothermal valley park. Instead of paying over 50$ per person just go up here to watch the geyser and steaming hot pools from above!

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3.07 km

Pohaturoa Lookout

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3.41 km

View of Whakarewarewa Forest

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8.42 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.47 km

859 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.37 km

1.82 km

1.31 km

998 m

553 m

374 m

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