11 October 2026
Showers, possibly heavy, clearing in the afternoon with increasing fine spells. Periods of rain developing west of Tauranga late evening. Northerlies, turning westerly in the afternoon.
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1 / 8Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park
Henderson Tramline Loop Track
This walk follows a branch of the tramline through the bush to the North South track, and returns along a separate tramline branch back to the road.
Distance
11.2 km
Walking time
3 hrs 30 min
Difficulty
Advanced
Dogs
Not allowed
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
Bay of Plenty forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 11:01 pm
12 October 2026
A few showers. Northwesterlies developing for a time in the afternoon and evening.
13 October 2026
A few showers. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
A few showers. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
15 October 2026
A few showers, some possibly heavy. Northwesterlies.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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About Henderson Tramline Loop Track
This walk includes a section of Old Kaimai Road and can be walked in either direction. Streams in this area will rise quickly after heavy rain. Expect to get wet feet along this track. From the carpark at the Tuakopae Stream Bridge on Old Kaimai Road, the track crosses a clearing before reaching a junction. A short side track leads down to the base of a waterfall and large swimming hole. The main track continues to join up with the western branch of the Henderson Tramline. When the tramline ends the track follows haul lines to the summit. Turn north on to the North South historic track until meeting up with the junction at the northern tramline. Follow the tramline east, then a cut track through the bush to the park boundary and along the edge of cleared land beside a deer fence. The track crosses two large tributaries of the Rataroa Stream before reaching the Old Kaimai Road. These are not bridged, but are normally shallow enough to cross with care. Follow the road back to the start of the track.
Getting there for Henderson Tramline Loop Track
This track starts by the Tuakopae Stream bridge on Old Kaimai Road, off SH29 near Kaimai Summit. 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 . We recommend trying these 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 Henderson Tramline Loop Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Henderson Tramline 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.