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 / 13Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park
Leyland O'Brien Tramline Track
Explore the old Leyland O’Brien tramline besides the headwaters of the Ngamuwahine River.
Distance
12.4 km
Walking time
2 hr 30 min one way
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 Leyland O'Brien Tramline Track
The track from Whakamarama Road descends 100m to a junction with the Leyland O’Brien Tramline and Ngamarama Tracks. Take the left path along the tramline, following the Ngamuwahine River headwaters. This section is flat, and after 90 minutes, the river is crossed before the tramline rises slightly to meet the Ngamuwahine Track junction (90 minutes to Ngamuwahine Road from here). Continuing southwest for another 30 minutes, the Leyland O’Brien Tramline Track meets the North-South Track. Retrace your steps back to Whakamarama Road.
Getting there for Leyland O'Brien Tramline Track
Leyland O'Brien Tramline Track is in the south of the Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park. It starts at the end of Whakamarama Road, just north of Tauranga off SH2. 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 Leyland O'Brien Tramline Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Leyland O'Brien Tramline 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.