Coastal views, bird song & native bush magic

Straddling Matarangi and Rings Beach on the Coromandel Peninsula, Matarangi Bluff Track is a volunteer-built gem winding through regenerating bush, wetlands, and sweeping seaside vistas.

• Multiple walking options:
  ▪ Short return to lookout: ~1–2 km (15–30 min)
  ▪ Full loop via Rings Beach: ~4.7 km (2–3 hours)

• Easy-to-moderate terrain with a few short climbs

• Graveled path with occasional roots and muddy patches

• Ridge lookout offers epic views over Kūaotunu and Mercury Bay

• Excellent signage along the way thanks to local volunteers

Dogs are allowed on leash only — this is kiwi country! Please use the shoe cleaning stations to protect the kauri and stay on the track to help conservation efforts.

Tip: If you do the trail in reverse (right at the sign) you do the majority of the walk then can have a dip in the sea before the final ~1km

Reviews:

"Fun trail with good views of Matarangi town and beach! Trail was pretty slippery and muddy, did go after some rain though! Limited parking at the trail head." - Miley, Alltrails

"Great hiking trail with lovely views. It takes about 2 hours to complete the full loop. Quite a few ups and downs and a slightly uneven surface (tree roots etc) so it's not super easy but it's very doable for anyone with an average fitness level." - Maria, Google

https://www.ringsbeachwetlandgroup.org.nz/our-track/

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/new-zealand/waikato/matarangi-bluff-loop-via-rings-beach

https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/coromandel/places/whangapoua-and-matarangi-area/tracks/matarangi-bluff-track/