Lake Waikaremoana Track
The Lake Waikaremoana Track in Te Urewera National Park is considered one of New Zealand's most beautiful walks, circling the pristine Lake Waikaremoana through ancient native forest.
About Lake Waikaremoana Track
The Lake Waikaremoana Track in Te Urewera National Park is considered one of New Zealand's most beautiful walks, circling the pristine Lake Waikaremoana through ancient native forest. This North Island Great Walk offers stunning lake views, magnificent native forest, and rich Maori cultural history.
The track takes you through some of New Zealand's largest remaining areas of native forest, home to rare native birds and diverse flora.
Track Highlights
- Pristine Lake Waikaremoana with crystal-clear waters
- Ancient native forest including giant rimu and rata trees
- Spectacular lake and forest views from Panekire Bluff
- Rich Maori cultural heritage and sacred sites
- Abundant native birdlife including kokako and kaka
- Historic huts and comfortable accommodation
Booking & Availability Notifications
Lake Waikaremoana Track requires advance bookings for huts during the Great Walks season (1 October - 30 April). Weekends and holiday periods are the busiest dates.
What affects availability
- Long weekends: a popular trip from Auckland and Wellington
- Weather: changing conditions can lead to cancellations
How alerts work
When someone cancels, the place goes straight back on sale in DOC's booking system with no notice. We check DOC's booking system around the clock and alert you when a spot opens up for the dates you are watching. You then book it directly with DOC.
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