10 October 2026
Fine spells. The odd shower, clearing this evening. Northerlies.
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1 / 9Whangapoua and Matarangi area
Matarangi Bluff Track
This popular short walk connects Matarangi and Rings Beach. It provides spectacular views over Matarangi, Kūaotunu and the Coromandel Peninsula.
Distance
1.14 km
Walking time
20 min – 45 min
Difficulty
Easiest
Dogs
On-lead only
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
Coromandel Peninsula forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 4:55 pm
11 October 2026
Showers, possibly heavy, easing to the odd light shower by midday. Scattered rain developing late evening. Northwesterlies.
12 October 2026
Showers becoming isolated in the morning but remaining cloudy. Westerlies, turning northerly for a time in the morning and afternoon.
13 October 2026
Partly cloudy, with a few showers in the afternoon. Westerlies.
14 October 2026
A few showers clearing to fine in the afternoon. Northwesterlies.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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About Matarangi Bluff Track
The track starts beside the car park and climbs steeply via wooden steps and gravel for a short distance. The track is well formed and steep before reaching an intersection on the saddle. To the left, a short out and back path leads to a communications tower where the best views await. Back at the intersection, continue downhill towards Rings Beach, walking through newly planted kauri forest and native bush. Take a break and sit on a bench to rest and enjoy the view of Rings Beach. Return via the same track or along the coast via Bluff Road that is now closed to traffic due to a few slips but is accessible on foot.
Essential information for Matarangi Bluff Track
The track is well signposted There is a shoe cleaning station at the start and finish to protect the young kauri trees Dogs are allowed on leash No toilets are available Bluff Road from Rings Beach to Matarangi is permanently closed due to a collapsed cliff.
Kauri protection guide
Clean your footwear, tyres and equipment before and after visiting our kauri forests. If you are walking your dog, you should also make sure you clean their paws. Use cleaning stations every time you pass one while you are walking in a park. Stay on the tracks and keep off kauri roots. Stay away from closed tracks. Don't remove soil from, or bring soil into, areas with kauri trees.
Getting there for Matarangi Bluff Track
Head west on SH25 towards Matarangi. Turn right onto Matarangi Dr. Turn right onto Kenwood Dr. Turn right onto Goldfields Dr. Continue onto Bluff Rd Use this location in Google Maps to 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 Matarangi Bluff Track
Dogs on a leash only.
Before you walk Matarangi Bluff 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.