Raglan is a region in New Zealand characterized by its rugged west coast, dramatic black sand beaches, and the prominent Mount Karioi, an ancient volcano. This diverse landscape offers varied terrain for outdoor activities, from coastal paths to challenging mountain trails. The area's natural features, including the Whāingaroa Harbour and native forests, provide a setting for several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more.
Raglan provides a wide array of outdoor…
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76
hikers
6.16km
01:39
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.85km
01:32
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
11.5km
03:11
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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48
riders
50.6km
03:40
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.4km
02:30
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.5km
04:03
960m
960m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

22
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22.1km
01:47
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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61
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

55
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66.8km
02:51
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40.8km
01:48
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

45
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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43
riders
48.6km
02:55
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.0km
01:56
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.5km
01:20
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32.0km
02:23
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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53.3km
03:25
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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24.2km
02:08
470m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
8.14km
00:52
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.66km
01:01
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.24km
00:39
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.2km
01:04
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Raglan offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, and Jogging. The region features 39 routes for these sports, catering to diverse interests and skill levels.
Raglan is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 17,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's outdoor offerings have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars from over 1,300 ratings.
Raglan offers several road cycling routes, including options around Mount Karioi that feature both sealed and gravel roads. A dedicated guide provides more information on these routes. For details, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Raglan guide.
Mountain biking trails are available at Te Ara Kākāriki Trails in Wainui Reserve, offering options from easy to advanced. The Pīpīwharauroa Trail, winding through the Te Uku Wind Farm, also provides an 11-mile (18 km) ride with panoramic views. More information is available in the MTB Trails around Raglan guide.
Raglan features various hiking trails, including the challenging 5-6 hour return hike to the summit of Mount Karioi. Other options include walks to Bridal Veil Falls and the Te Toto Gorge Lookout. For more details, consult the Hiking around Raglan guide.
Raglan offers family-friendly cycling options, including traffic-free bike rides suitable for all ages. The Te Ara Kākāriki Trails also provide easy (Grade 2) mountain biking options. Guides for these routes are available on komoot.
Raglan is known for its black sand beaches, the world-renowned surf breaks at Manu Bay, and the prominent Mount Karioi. Other attractions include the tranquil Whāingaroa Harbour, Bridal Veil Falls (Wairēinga Falls), and the Te Toto Gorge Lookout.
Raglan's diverse terrain, including sealed and gravel roads around Mount Karioi, makes it suitable for gravel biking. The Mount Karioi Loop is a challenging 28-mile (45 km) ride that includes both surfaces. A dedicated guide covers these routes. For more, see the Gravel biking around Raglan guide.
Yes, Raglan offers easy hiking trails suitable for less strenuous walks, such as the path to Bridal Veil Falls. These trails provide access to natural beauty without requiring advanced fitness levels. The Easy hikes around Raglan guide provides specific recommendations.
Komoot offers several guides for Raglan, including those for Road Cycling, Hiking, MTB Trails, Gravel biking, and Running Trails.
The official visitor information for Raglan can be found through the Raglan iHub (Information Centre). Their official website is www.raglanihub.nz, and they can be reached by phone at +64 7 825 0556.
Raglan provides routes suitable for touring cyclists, including options for general cycling and traffic-free rides. These routes allow for exploration of the region at a more relaxed pace. Refer to the Cycling around Raglan guide for more information.

