Paeroa to Waitekauri Packhorse Track

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FRIDAY April 13

This track was established in 1875 by Mr Gordon of the “Gordon’s Boarding House”, to take supplies and equipment from Paeroa to the flourishing Waitekauri township, that once boasted a population of 3000 people. Starting at the end of Reservoir Rd on the Paeroa side, it climbs the slope to the top of the ridge fairly steadily and when you reach the top, offers wide views of the Thames Valley and Hauraki Plains. After a stroll along the farmland, we will descend back into bush to the Waitekauri Valley. Perhaps the “Tui Bar” will be open on the day and you’ll be in for an extra treat. Imagine packhorse teams hauling heavy steel mining equipment up these slopes.

Duration: 6 hours

Track Grading: 5

Start Time: 9.00am

Cost: $20 to be paid at time of registration