Walking this section
Introduction
Te Araroa trail section: Enjoy a mix of forest types with good bird life and views of Puhoi Valley.
Puhoi Track - 4.8km
The Puhoi Track is now open. The bridge previously at km 534 was destroyed by extreme rainfall in January 2023 has not been replaced. A short bypass fording the Puhoi River 100m upstream from the bridge site now connects to the Puhoi Track, which has been extensively cleared and reconstructed
At the end of Remiger Road southbound turn left (west) across the road bridge and up Ahuroa Road for 100m to the ford access track on the right.
The ford uses a rock ledge to cross the Puhoi River. In flood conditions the ledge may be covered by the water flow. The river bed immediately downstream from the ledge is significantly deeper. In extreme flood conditions use the road bypass route to Puhoi Village.
For northbound hikers the Puhoi Track starts from the carpark across the bridge opposite the Puhoi Pub and Puhoi General Store. The Puhoi River is tidal at the village. In extreme weather conditions the Puhoi River may flood further upstream and the ford crossing near km 534 may not be safe
Getting there
Track conditions
Potential hazards
- Vehicles on road or track
- Poisons and traps
- Forestry operations
- Few water sources
Accommodation
- Puhoi Hotel Pub and Bistro - Corner Saleyards and Puhoi Rd, Puhoi (limited accommodation) - P: 09 422 0812 - E: thepuhoipublimited@gmail.com
Puhoi Trail Hosts
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Puhoi cottage tearooms would absolutely love to host TA hikers on the banks of the Puhoi river. On the bypass road, 300 m upstream from Puhoi village. $10 camp fee. $20 camper trailer fee. Dinner and breakfast available at the cafe. Fresh water, charging facilities. Hot water shower
Amazing pies and scones. Phone or text Steve 021 288 2554 - Puhoi accomodation - 6 person self contained loft (backpacker style), 3 person caravan, 6-8 tent site. Power, water, hot showers, compost toilet. 900m from km 539 track end. We are looking forward to hosting this season ☺️
Pip 021 722 266 or pipbeagley@gmail.com
There is no official camping in Puhoi village, but a polite enquiry at the Puhoi Hotel may prove worthwhile. Puhoi is a Te Araroa friendly town
Food and supplies
- Puhoi Hotel Pub and Bistro - Corner of Saleyards and Puhoi Rd, Puhoi - P: 09 422 0812 - E: thepuhoipublimited@gmail.com
- Puhoi General Store (Coffee, food, supplies and post shop) - 109 Puhoi Rd, Puhoi (open daily 7am to 7pm) - P: 09 422 0818
- Puhoi Cottage and Tea Rooms - 50 Ahuroa Rd, Puhoi (open Friday to Sunday 10am to 4pm) - P: 09 422 0480
Puhoi River Canoes - Puhoi Village (opposite Historic Church) - Open 1st Sept - 30 June - P: 09 422 0891 or 027 284 1672 - E: puhoicanoes@clear.net.nz
Alerts
Damage to Puhoi Track
Stock have strayed onto the Puhoi Track between km 545.5 and km 546. The track is now extremely muddy after rain. A large pine tree has fallen across the path at km 545.7. The tree has been cut back to make it possible to pass underneath.
There is now a bypass track using 500 m of forestry road to avoid most of the muddy track and the fallen tree. At km 545.5 follow the Bypass arrow on the signpost beside the track. Climb over the stile and follow the cut track 15 m to the forest road. Turn right and walk 500 m over a small knoll. The original track joins this road from the right.
