Exploring the Most Beautiful Hikes in North New Zealand!

North New Zealand is packed with epic hikes, dramatic coastlines, volcanic landscapes and some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the country.

In this video, I’m sharing my TOP 25 walks and hikes across the North Island of New Zealand — from volcanic landscapes and geothermal wonders to lush waterfalls, black-sand beaches, coastal tracks, and iconic Tongariro alpine scenery.

If you’re planning a New Zealand road trip or building your North Island hiking itinerary, this guide brings together the most beautiful walks, viewpoints, and nature spots you cannot miss.

We’ll explore easy walks, half-day trails, epic summit climbs, geothermal loops, and iconic destinations like Mount Taranaki, Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Cathedral Cove, Huka Falls, Silica Rapids, Tama Lakes, and more.

Perfect for hikers, travellers, van lifers, photographers, and anyone looking for the best outdoor adventures in New Zealand.


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TIMESTAMPS:
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00:00 - Intro to Best Hikes in North New Zealand
01:28 - 25. Mount Eden
02:53 - 24. Kitekite Falls
03:43 - 23. Karekare Falls
04:39 - Piha Beach
05:36 - Muriwai Gannet Colony
06:21 - 22. Waitanguru Falls
07:00 - 21. Marokopa Falls
07:37 - 20. Piripiri Caves
08:21 - 19. Mangapohue Natural Bridge
09:18 - 18. Mount Paku
10:25 - 17. Cathedral Cove
11:41 - 16. The Pinnacles
14:16 - 15. Te Aukeke
15:00 - 14. Redwood Memorial Grove
15:55 - 13. Putaruru Blue Spring
16:45 - 12. Huka Falls
17:30 - 11. Mount Tarawera
18:55 - Wai-O-Tapu
20:08 - 10. Dawsons Falls & Wilkies Pools
21:42 - 9. Manganui Gorge
23:21 - 8. Pouakai Tarns via Mangorei Track
25:24 - White Cliffs Walkway
26:06 - Three Sisters & Elephant Rock
26:54 - 7. Tawhai Falls
27:51 - 6. Meads Wall
28:49 - 5. Mangawhero Falls
29:39 - 4. Waitonga Falls
31:11 - 3. Silica Rapids
32:49 - 2. Tama Lakes
35:18 - 1. Tongariro Alpine Crossing
40:25 - Video Summary



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