Moerangi Track
Name
Moerangi Track
Location
Whirinaki Forest, Taupo, New Zealand
Overview
This is track opened to mountain bikes in September 2009.
Grade
Intermediate
Access
Bike and Foot
Description
It may be best to leave from Okahu road end, as this gets you 6km downhill at the end. The track was well maintained but with occasional slips that would have been easily ridden past if there wasn't such a large drop off the edge.
Moerangi Track: elevation chart
Skips Hut on Moerangi Track
Other notes
Approximate ride time is 5 to 7 hours for intermediate riders. This track is in a pretty remote area and though not technically difficult you should go well prepared. It would be wise to take a 1st aid kit, as location is very remote from medical services.
Some local businesses to help you explore this area:
Whirinaki Forest Holidays has accommodation and will drive your car back round to from Okahu road to Minganui where the track ends
Jail House Farm Stays provides accommodation and a shuttle service
Length
35.25km
Conditions
Single track
Last modified
11 May 2011 by Jonny
Created by
capuchin
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