Coromandel PeninsulaCircuit.
Distance
190 km
Duration
1 day
Climb
1,400 m
Coromandel Peninsula Circuit.
The Coromandel Peninsula juts north of Auckland into the Hauraki Gulf, with a rugged mountain spine dividing the west coast (sheltered) from the east (Pacific Ocean beaches and pohutukawa trees). The circuit via the scenic SH25A over the peninsula's high point offers both coasts. Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove are iconic.
Quick facts
SurfacePaved
Distance190 km
Days1
Total climb1,400 m
DifficultyModerate
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The route.
ThamesStart · Start in Thames at the peninsula's base. Fuel up for the circuit.
Coromandel TownScenic Point · Gold rush heritage town. The Driving Creek Railway (narrow gauge through kauri forest) is a quirky attraction.
Colville RoadScenic Point · The northern peninsula tip — unsealed but passable in dry conditions. Moehau Range wilderness.
Hahei — Cathedral CovePhoto Spot · Walk (45 min) to the famous stone arch framing a cove. Accessible by sea kayak in summer.
Hot Water BeachPhoto Spot · Dig a hot pool in the sand at low tide — geothermal water seeps through. Bizarre and wonderful.
SH25A Tapu-Coroglen RoadScenic Point · The mountain crossing of the peninsula. One-lane in sections, with views to both coasts.
ThamesEnd · Return to Thames completing the Coromandel circuit.
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