Mount / Mt Kaukau Walk

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North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷ Wellington ▷

Mount Kaukau is the highest point overlooking Wellington Harbour.

Several walking tracks lead to the summit. The tracks are well formed and the view is worthwhile. One route leads through the Khandallah Reserve, another from Simla Crescent and a side track goes to Johnsonville. The return distance is about 6km. This walk is part of the Northern Walkway.

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Located in Wellington, Wellington Region

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Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.

Track Difficulty

Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete?

Moderate walk

Moderate walk

Track Duration

How long does it take to walk this track on average?

1 to 2 hours

1 to 2 hours

Track Managing Organisation

What type of organisation operates this walking track?

DOC Managed

DOC Managed

This track is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation.

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DOC Track Category

What type of category does this walking track fall into (as defined by the NZ Department of Conservation)?

Walking track

Walking track

Easy to moderate walking from a few minutes to a day. Track is mostly well formed, some sections may be steep, rough or muddy. Suitable for people with low to moderate fitness and abilities. Clearly signposted. Stream and river crossings are bridged. Walking shoes or light tramping/hiking boots required.

Track Length

What is the physical length of this track?

3km to 10km

2 reviews with the most recent first

Thanks to all the good people working for the NZ Department of Conservation - for all your hard work - making NZ more beautiful, accessable and healthy! Cheers 😍

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Steph

England

Ranking: 10/10

A short train ride from the centre of Wellington. Reasonably challenging ascent but incredible views across Wellington and to the South Island. Can walk along part of the Te Araroa Trail and back down to the train station a different way. You can really tailor it for how long you want to walk as loads of options!

Reviewed over 2 years ago

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Jenny Pullenger

New Zealand

Ranking: 7/10

Good walking and mountain bike track. No charge. Watch the weather!

Reviewed over 5 years ago

2 reviews with the most recent first

Thanks to all the good people working for the NZ Department of Conservation - for all your hard work - making NZ more beautiful, accessable and healthy! Cheers 😍

Steph's avatar

Steph

England

Ranking: 10/10

A short train ride from the centre of Wellington. Reasonably challenging ascent but incredible views across Wellington and to the South Island. Can walk along part of the Te Araroa Trail and back down to the train station a different way. You can really tailor it for how long you want to walk as loads of options!

Reviewed over 2 years ago

Conservation Campsite Pass

Save up to 70% on campsite fees! Support conservation and experience the natural beauty of NZ. 93 Department of Conservation campsites, one convenient pass.

Get the Pass

Jenny Pullenger's avatar

Jenny Pullenger

New Zealand

Ranking: 7/10

Good walking and mountain bike track. No charge. Watch the weather!

Reviewed over 5 years ago