05 April 2025

Rongokako Trail, Te Mata Park, Havelock North


The Rongokako Trail takes you to the very top of the Peak with spectacular views. The track passes through the Giant Redwoods and includes the locals’ favourite ‘Goat Track,

5.5km - 1.5-3 hrs return

https://www.tematapark.co.nz/walking-trails/#toggle-id-2

I parked at the Tauroa Road Car Park (with water, toilets, and trail maps) and I completed the loop in an anti clockwise direction.

The Rongokako Trail is the blue route shown on the trail map below.