Lake Waikaremoana Great Walk

A one-way walk of about 46 km along the shore of Lake Waikaremoana in Te Urewera, usually done over three nights and four days; DOC's comparison gives 46 km, though its stage distances add up to nearer 44. The hardest climb comes first: day one goes up Panekire Bluff to a ridge-top hut with wide views over the lake, and the rest is gentler forest and lakeside walking. Te Uru Taumatua, Ngāi Tūhoe's operational entity, cares for the track and huts, and Tūhoe's water taxi links both ends and individual huts, usually from October to April. It often still has space when the Fiordland walks are full. Before driving, check access: Whanganui Hut is closed and the Hopuruahine road is not currently suitable for 2WD vehicles.