10 October 2026
Partly cloudy with the odd shower, mainly at night. Northeasterlies.
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Coppermine Loop Track
This track is a more strenuous option than the Coppermine Track.
Distance
5.5 km
Walking time
2-3 hr
Difficulty
Advanced
Dogs
Allowed — check local rules
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Wairarapa forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 4:55 pm
11 October 2026
A few showers, possibly heavy, clearing to fine in the afternoon. Northeasterlies, turning northwesterly in the morning.
12 October 2026
Fine. Northwesterlies, dying out for a time in the afternoon and evening.
13 October 2026
A few showers. Northwesterlies.
14 October 2026
Showers developing in the morning. Northwesterlies.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Coppermine Loop Track on the map
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About Coppermine Loop Track
This track starts as the Coppermine Track (which is an out-and-back track) and continues on with a more strenuous option for returning to the carpark. There are views across southern Hawke’s Bay from the top portion of track, which passes through farmland. Do not disturb stock and leave gates as you find them. There are steep drop-offs adjacent to parts of the track so proceed with care and keep to the marked route. Slips are common in this unstable erosion prone area, sometimes resulting in track closures. Please check the Alerts tab above and on the Coppermine Track to see if there are any notifications.
Getting there for Coppermine Loop Track
Coppermine Road is located 10 km from Woodville. Woodville is 85 km from Napier on State Highway 2. Travel north east from Woodville along Pinfold Road for 9 km, then turn left into Coppermine Road. This track is accessed from the road end. Use this location on Google Maps to help find your way there.
Helpful resources
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz . Level up in your outdoor knowledge with these interactive online learning tools: Trip Planning Tramping / field Skills Basic Navigation River Safety Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel .
Dog access for Coppermine Loop Track
Dogs with a DOC permit for recreational hunting or management purposes only.
Before you walk Coppermine Loop Track
Track information, access and weather can change. Confirm current alerts and land-manager information close to departure, tell someone your plans, and carry equipment appropriate for the route and conditions.