A solo hiker walks on a sandy path through coastal scrub.

Te Araroa tracks

Introduction

Find out about tracks that are part of Te Araroa Trail on public conservation land.

The tracks included here are managed by DOC. They do not form the full trail. 

For information about the entire trail visit Te Araroa: The long pathway

The tracks are listed alphabetically. You can filter tracks by region.

Nelson/Tasman

Alpine Route

Alpine Route

This challenging trip above the bushline in Mt Richmond Forest Park offers outstanding views over the Waimea Plains and the Inland Kaikoura Ranges. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.

Lake Rotoiti Circuit

Lake Rotoiti Circuit

Walk around Lake Rotoiti, surrounded by high mountain peaks. It's a great option for families with children and there is the option to catch a water taxi one way or to stay overnight in a hut. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.

Red Hills Route

Red Hills Route

The Red Hills Route is a challenging backcountry adventure from Mid Wairoa Hut by the Wairoa River to Red Hills Hut. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.

Travers-Sabine Circuit

Travers-Sabine Circuit

Experience tranquil beech forests, fields of waving tussocks, 2000‑m‑high mountains, and clear rushing streams in the heart of the mountains of Nelson Lakes National Park. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.