Name: Wairongomai Valley & Butlers Incline Hike - Te Aroha- Waikato Region
Start: 2025-11-29T10:00:00+13:00
End: 2025-11-29T16:00:00+13:00
Location: Te Aroha Wairongomai Valley Carpark

🌞 Auckland Trailblazers – Wairongomai Valley & Butlers Incline Hike - Tramp - Trekking Day Trip away from Auckland in the Waikato Region.

Saturday 29 November 2025 – A Classic Kiwi Adventure Hike.

Kia ora team,

Summer’s finally shown up (about time!), and there’s no better way to celebrate than getting out into the bush with good company. This weekend we’re heading to one of the Waikato’s hidden gems — Wairongomai Valley, tucked just behind Te Aroha.

Think old-school gold-mining history, peaceful bush tracks, waterfalls to cool off under, and those big Kaimai views that remind you why Aotearoa is magic.

🌿 What to Expect

A classic Kiwi tramp… but Trailblazers style:

Steady, slower-paced walking

Plenty of stops for photos, breather breaks, and learning about the local history

A solid 8 km loop with some steeper bits (including the famous Butler’s Incline!)

Waterfalls to stand under — bring a towel if you’re brave

A long lunch break with stunning Waikato views

A post-walk treat: fresh strawberry or blueberry ice cream from a local orchard 🍓🍦

📍 Event Details

➡️ What: Wairongomai Valley Nature Discovery Loop
➡️ When: Saturday 29 November 2025
➡️ Meet Time: 10:00am sharp
➡️ Where: End of Wairongomai Road (off Te Aroha–Gordon Road)
➡️ Toilets: Use the public loos at Te Aroha i-SITE / Domain Gardens before heading to the start point

Distance: ~8 km
Time: 4+ hours
Difficulty: 3/5 (moderate – some steep bits, including a 400m 25° incline)

🥾 What to Bring

Strong walking shoes or boots

Daypack

Lunch, snacks, & plenty of water

Layers (NZ weather does what it wants)

Sun protection

Towel if you want to stand under a waterfall

A sense of adventure

🚗 Carpooling

Sort amongst yourselves before Saturday.
Post your mobile number + suburb in the event comments and link up.

Suggested fuel contribution from Auckland CBD: $25 per passenger.

🎉 Bonus Stop

After our walk we’ll head to Earth Produce & Fresh Berry Farm
📍 69 Te Kawana Road, Te Aroha
Fresh berry ice creams, shady trees, toilets, and views of Mt Te Aroha — the perfect finish.

🙌 Final Word

This one’s a beauty — peaceful forest, rich history, cool water, great company, and a proper Kiwi day out.

Looking forward to sharing the trail with you all.
We’ll aim to wrap up by 4pm.

Cheers,
Stephen – Auckland Trailblazers Organiser
0274 779 495

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