Last updated October 2026
The Pūhoi to Remiger Road Track climbs from the historic village of Pūhoi, north of Auckland, onto an open ridge and through old podocarp forest towards Remiger Road, and it forms part of Te Araroa. DOC grades it Intermediate and allows 2 hours one way for the 5 km track.
The main entrance is at the Pūhoi Domain, across the bridge from the historic Pūhoi Pub, beside the toilet block. You can make a loop back to the car park from the edge of the scenic reserve, or carry on to Remiger Road, about 4 km from Pūhoi.
Track Facts
Tracks can close at short notice for slips, storm damage or maintenance. Check DOC's current alerts for Puhoi to Remiger Road Track on the day you walk.
Current alerts on DOCTrack facts and line: Crown Copyright, Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2026, CC BY 4.0. Elevation: LINZ (LiDAR), CC BY 4.0.
Practical Information
- Start
- Pūhoi Domain car park, beside the toilet block (across the bridge from the Pūhoi Pub)
- Other end
- Remiger Road, about 4 km from Pūhoi (parking for several cars)
- Distance from the city
- About 40 km from Auckland
- Walking time
- 2 hours one way
- Track length
- 5 km one way
- Grade
- Intermediate
- Part of
- Te Araroa
- Dogs
- No dogs
- Managed by
- Department of Conservation
- Status
- Open when checked on 18 October 2026. Check DOC before you go.
About Pūhoi to Remiger Road Track
From the Pūhoi Domain car park, the track climbs through the council reserve and onto an open ridge with fine views over the village and the surrounding valley. Stock may be grazing the lower part of the ridge.
From the ridge the track enters Pūhoi Scenic Reserve for a level stroll through podocarp forest. DOC notes kauri, mature pūriri, tōtara and nīkau along this section.
A fence stile marks the western edge of the reserve. Here you can head back to the open ridge and complete an anticlockwise loop to the car park, or continue on Te Araroa towards Remiger Road. This next section crosses private land, including some recently harvested pine forest, so keep to the formed trail.
Getting There
The main entrance is at the Pūhoi Domain, across the bridge from the historic Pūhoi Pub; the track starts beside the toilet block.
The western end is at Remiger Road, about 4 km from Pūhoi, where there is parking for several cars. DOC notes the swing bridge there has been removed: walk across the road bridge towards Ahuroa, then cross the small stream to join the marked track.
Track Conditions
DOC warns that the track above the Domain can be slippery and muddy in winter, and stock may be grazing on the lower ridge. Check DOC before you go, and tell someone your plans.
Where to Learn More
Department of Conservation: Pūhoi to Remiger Road Track: track information, alerts and status. Track information: Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2026. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Auckland Council: parks, reserves and track information across the Auckland region.
Te Araroa Trust: trail notes for the Te Araroa sections north of Auckland.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Pūhoi to Remiger Road Track take?
DOC allows 2 hours one way.
Where does it start?
At the Pūhoi Domain car park, beside the toilet block, across the bridge from the Pūhoi Pub.
Can I do a loop?
Yes. From the fence stile at the edge of Pūhoi Scenic Reserve you can return via the open ridge in an anticlockwise loop to the car park.
How hard is it?
DOC grades it Intermediate, with a climb onto the ridge and some muddy sections in winter.
Is it part of Te Araroa?
Yes. DOC notes the track is part of Te Araroa, which continues to Remiger Road.
Can I still use the Remiger Road swing bridge?
No. DOC says the swing bridge has been removed. Cross the road bridge towards Ahuroa, then the small stream, to join the track.
What trees will I see?
Kauri, mature pūriri, tōtara and nīkau in Pūhoi Scenic Reserve.
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