Western Side, Coromandel Peninsula
2 tramps! on western side of Coromandel Peninsula
Good Medium fitness required
Waiomu Kauri Grove (morning) - from Waiomu, be prepared for wet feet at the start of this return track that follows a stream through native bush before climbing to one of finest remaining kauri stands. There is a side trip option to visit the old Monowai Goldmine battery site.
Rocky's Walk to Tinker's Gully (afternoon) - from Tararu, the track climbs steeply before flattening out along a ridge with views of the Firth of Thames. From the high point it descends steeply into Tinker's Gully and passes a few old mines as it follows a small stream back to the road.
** For pickups from Greenlane pickup point please register via the site or contact the organiser
*** Please ensure your gear is fully scrubbed and cleaned ready for the day and bring a change of footwear and bag for afterwards on the bus trip back, to help protect and prevent Kauri Dieback.
Good medium fitness will be required to complete this tramp in a timely manner, avoiding delays or inconvenience to the party!
These are Medium Grade tramps, expect wet feet. The terrain is rolling to steep,
Please check: Trip Gradings, read the Additional event information below, and do your own research if unsure about going.
Register by 7pm Friday 10th of April
Non-members and new members, please phone organiser, Chris Peard 0212770270
Driver; TBC
Registration Conditions: subject to approval of your fitness and suitability of the trip for you.
Please read Trip Bookings & Cancellations
Minimum number required for trip to proceed: 15
Any cancellation by the organiser will be notified by email. We don't cancel for poor weather unless it affects safety.
Cost: Members $25, Massey Uni Club N/A, Guests $30.
Payment pay on the bus, please bring correct cash)
Gear: please read What to take on a tramp and the link there to Gear Lists. Bring your swimming kit as there may be a chance to take a dip at the end of the tramp.
How to get to the start: Our big yellow bus is available for the first 30 to register. It leaves from
The Strand, Takapuna - 8:00am
Go here for maps: Meeting Places
Expected return time (to The Strand) – 6 pm
Environment Notes:
This area has kauri trees which must be protected by ensuring our boots, poles etc are clean before entering.
There are no rubbish bins - bring your own rubbish bag (pack in-pack out).
Maps: Waiomu Kauri Grove: Online / Printable / GPS
Rocky's Walk: Online/ Printable / GPS
