10 October 2026
Cloudy periods. Isolated showers, clearing this evening as northerlies die out.
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Mt Ngongotaha Jubilee Track
The only walking track up to the summit of Mt Ngongotaha. It passes through native forest with views of one of the largest rātā trees in the Bay of Plenty.
Distance
5.5 km
Walking time
2.5 hours return
Difficulty
Intermediate
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
Rotorua forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 4:55 pm
11 October 2026
Showers, possibly heavy, clearing in the afternoon with increasing fine spells. Northerlies, turning westerly in the afternoon.
12 October 2026
A few showers. Northwesterlies, dying out in the evening.
13 October 2026
Partly cloudy, with isolated showers in the afternoon. Westerlies developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
A few showers. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Mt Ngongotaha Jubilee Track on the map
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Explore the track route and surrounding area before you set out.
Getting there for Mt Ngongotaha Jubilee Track
The track to the summit of Ngongotaha starts from the Violet Bonnington Reserve located at the Rotorua end of Paradise Valley road. This is a 15 minute drive from the city centre. 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 Mt Ngongotaha Jubilee Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Mt Ngongotaha Jubilee 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.