08 October 2026
Fine apart from some evening cloud. Light winds.
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1 / 17Coromandel Forest Park
Tapu Summit to Crosbies Hut Track
This track has the least elevation of the tracks to Crosbies Hut.
Distance
9 km
Walking time
4 hr
Difficulty
Intermediate
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
Coromandel Peninsula forecast
Issued 8 Oct 2026, 3:49 pm
09 October 2026
Mainly fine, some cloud morning and afternoon. Southeasterlies developing in the morning, dying out late afternoon.
10 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers. Northeasterlies developing in the morning.
11 October 2026
Showers developing in the morning. Northwesterlies, dying out in the evening.
12 October 2026
Showers, some heavy, easing in the morning. Light winds.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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About Tapu Summit to Crosbies Hut Track
The track begins at the summit of Tapu-Coroglen Road in the Coromandel and follows the Tapu Track before turning off to Crosbies Hut. It’s the least steep of the routes to Crosbies Hut and has no stream crossings, making it a more straightforward option. The track follows a rolling ridgeline and can be very muddy underfoot. Parking is limited, so this tracks a good choice if you can arrange to be dropped-off.
Huts and campsites
Crosbies Hut Crosbies Hut Backcountry Campsite
Getting there for Tapu Summit to Crosbies Hut Track
The track starts at the summit of Tapu-Coroglen Road, Coromandel. The track signage is not obvious from the road but the track begins where the road crosses the ridge. This is approximately 3-4 km past the ‘Square Kauri’ track if coming from the western side of the Peninsula. It is not recommended to leave a vehicle overnight at the summit. Parking is limited. 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 Tapu Summit to Crosbies Hut Track
Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times.
Before you walk Tapu Summit to Crosbies Hut 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.