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Hongi Hika Walk

Kerikeri · Northland · Point to Point

0.50.9 km62 m
↑ 6 m gain↓ 42 m descenthigh 62 msteepest 18 %
DISTANCE0.9 km
ASCENT6 m
DURATION10m
STEEPEST18 %
ROUTEPoint to Point

Route and dog-access details for this walk come from the Department of Conservation, licensed CC BY 4.0. DOC’s own wording: “Dogs on a leash only”. Evidence: the rule-setter’s own published wording. How we check dog rules.

Nearest emergency vetMaunu Road Vet Clinic (Northland Veterinary Group) - 24/7 after-hours, Whangarei~75 min drive · 24/7
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The route

Good to know

Dogs are allowed here. Keep them on the lead, watch for ground-nesting birds and stock, and read the signs at the gate.

Usually a quiet track

About Hongi Hika Walk

This short track follows 0.9 km as a point-to-point, near Kerikeri in Northland.

A short, easy walk through regenerating native forest and mature gum trees from Hone Heke Road up to the historic Kororipo Pa above the Kerikeri River, within Kororipo Heritage Park.

Graded easy, it climbs about 6 m overall, pitching up to 18 % at its steepest, and takes about 10m to walk.

Dogs are allowed here, on the lead.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can I take my dog on Hongi Hika Walk?

Yes, dogs are welcome on Hongi Hika Walk. DOC's own wording for this track: "Dogs on a leash only".

How long is Hongi Hika Walk?

Hongi Hika Walk is 0.9 km with roughly 6 m of climb and takes about 10m.

From the pack

Walked and logged 1 time by the pack.

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On a curated trip

This track is one leg of a longer dog-friendly route.

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