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: March 28, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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31 m

Rainbow Mountain Scenic Reserve Trailhead

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Plenty of parking. This is the starting point for the hiking and MTB tracks

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1.74 km

Rest with a view at 540m

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2.55 km

Lookout platform (600m)

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2.68 km

View of the New Zealand Hills and Valleys

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3.14 km

Te Tihi o Ruru Summit View

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Nice view over the open range and to the Tongariro National Park

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6.30 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.21 km

1.93 km

130 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.28 km

Elevation

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Wednesday 22 April

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Rainbow Mountain Scenic Reserve Trailhead

Rest with a view at 540m

Lookout platform (600m)

View of the New Zealand Hills and Valleys

Te Tihi o Ruru Summit View

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