Puhoi Track
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Walking
Te Araroa trail section: Enjoy a mix of forest types with good bird life and views of Puhoi Valley
Update December 12th 2024.
The Puhoi Track is now open. The bridge previously at km 527.5 was destroyed by extreme rainfall in January 2023 has not been replaced. A short bypass fording the Puhoi River upstream from the bridge site now connects to the Puhoi Track, which has been extensively cleared and reconstructed
At the end of Remiger Road southbound turn left (west) across the road bridge and up Ahuroa Road for 100m to the ford access track on the right.
The ford uses a rock ledge to cross the Puhoi River. In flood conditions the ledge may be covered by the water flow. The river bed immediately downstream from the ledge is significantly deeper. In extreme flood conditions use the road bypass route to Puhoi Village.
For northbound hikers the Puhoi Track starts from the carpark across the bridge opposite the Puhoi Pub and Puhoi General Store. The Puhoi River is tidal at the village. In extreme weather conditions the Puhoi River may flood further upstream and the ford crossing near km 527.5 may not be safe
Conditions
Potential hazards
- Vehicles on road or track
- Poisons and traps
- Forestry operations
- Few water sources
How to get here
Northern Start: Junction of Remiger and Ahuroa Roads, Puhoi
Southern End: Puhoi Village
Transport
Accommodation
- Puhoi Hotel Pub and Bistro - Corner Saleyards and Puhoi Rd, Puhoi (limited accommodation) - P: 09 422 0812 - E: thepuhoipublimited@gmail.com
- Pear Tree Farm, Homestay accommodation, two double rooms available, bathroom, kitchenette, laundry and other facilities, Wi-Fi, TV etc. Pick up can be arranged from the end of the track. Ph Carrie 0220815793 or E iwalk@xtra.co.nz
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Puhoi cottage tearooms would absolutely love to host TA hikers on the banks of the Puhoi river. On the bypass road, 300 m before Puhoi village. $10 camp fee. $20 camper trailer fee. Dinner and breakfast, fresh water, charging facilities. Hot water shower
Amazing pies and scones. Phone or text Steve 021 288 2554
There is no official camping in Puhoi village, but a polite enquiry at the Puhoi Hotel may prove worthwhile. Puhoi is a Te Araroa friendly town
Food And Supply
- Puhoi Hotel Pub and Bistro - Corner of Saleyards and Puhoi Rd, Puhoi - P: 09 422 0812 - E: thepuhoipublimited@gmail.com
- Puhoi General Store (Coffee, food, supplies and post shop) - 109 Puhoi Rd, Puhoi (open daily 7am to 7pm) - P: 09 422 0818
- Puhoi Cottage and Tea Rooms - 50 Ahuroa Rd, Puhoi (open Friday to Sunday 10am to 4pm) - P: 09 422 0480
Puhoi River Canoes - Puhoi Village (opposite Historic Church) - Open 1st Sept - 30 June - P: 09 422 0891 or 027 284 1672 - E: puhoicanoes@clear.net.nz
Track Elevation and Map
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More information
IBefore starting Te Araroa either as a through-walker of the whole country or a section walker, please register on Te Araroa website. Please also visit the website or download the app for detailed maps, trail alerts and other relevant information.
This track is part of the Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa track database. Herenga ā Nuku has maps and advice about public access to the outdoors.
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz.
We recommend trying these online learning tools:
Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel.
Page last updated: 17/12/2024, 1:55 pm