Cape Brett Track, Northland

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Cape Brett Hut. Photo: Sue Mehrtens

A great option for a long weekend trip away – an easy-to-follow track that winds it way along the spine of the peninsula before dropping down into the scenic bays on the western side and an interesting side trip to Kariparipa Point.

Accommodation is in an abandoned lighthouse at the head of the cape.

Expect a round trip to take 14-16 hours to complete. DOC says the water tank at Cape Brett is empty so you need to carry extra water in.

Distance
27km return
Total Ascent
Easy-moderate
Grade
Easy / Moderate
Area
Cape Brett Peninsula
Time
14-16hr
Access
From Whangarei, take SH1 north towards Paihia. After passing through Hikurangi^ turn right onto Russell Rd. Follow Russell Road for 36km until the junction with Rawhiti Rd. The track begins 500m past the small town of Rawhiti
Map
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