What's your wild?

There are hundreds of trails for walkers, runners, bikers and horse riders to explore. Whatever it is you love to do, discover trails for all walks of life across the Wellington region

Guidance

Whānau time

The Kāpiti Coast’s network of trails gives the Barber family a chance to exercise, connect and create memories together

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A welcome retreat

Wellington entrepreneur and molecular biologist Kyle loves to hit the Mākara trails to escape the busyness of life.

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Coastal delights

Maranui Café co-owner Katie loves nothing more than heading out for fresh air and views with her pooches on the Southern Walkway

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Nourishing the soul

A climb up Tarikākā/Mount Kaukau is just what Rona needs after a busy day at the office

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Brothers in arms

Brothers Miha, Manawa and Te Maihi all love ‘messing around’ on Wellington’s Matairangi/Mount Victoria trails

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A local escape

Peter may have lived in the capital his entire life, but he never takes the trails on his doorstep for granted

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Connecting with nature – and each other

The Hutt Valley’s Te Whiti Riser walk is a great way to catch up and exercise at the same time for workmates Cass, Niki and Ella

Trails for all walks of life

Find your wild and explore the hundreds of tracks for walkers, runners, bikers and horse riders

Trails

Skyline Walkway

Journey along Wellington’s highest peaks from Mākara Saddle to the summit of Mount Kaukau, ending in Johnsonville.

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Te Onepoto Loop Track

An easy loop trail in Whitireia Park, walk or ride through the active restoration area for great views out over Onehunga bay

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Orongorongo Track

This popular route has you wandering through native forests surrounding the Orongorongo River, complete with swimming holes to cool off in summer.

Parks

Remutaka Cycle Trail

There’s something for everyone on this exhilarating and historic 115km cycle trail connecting Wellington to the Wairarapa.

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Choose your next adventure

Looking for a new trail? We've rounded up some of the best on offer to get you started

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Day trips from Wellington

There are loads of epic day trips around the Wellington region. Here are our top picks for adventuring out on a trail and grabbing a bite to eat afterwards.

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Best mountain bike parks in Wellington

Wellington is a mountain bikers’ paradise, with an abundance parks and trails to choose from

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Walks your kids will love

From tram rides to waterfalls to hidden fairy doorways, there are endless trail activities to get amongst that will work for the whole family around the Wellington region.

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Best Dog Friendly Trails

There’s nothing like getting out in nature with your doggo and here’s our pick of trails that you’ll both enjoy.

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