Trail Maps
Te Araroa trail maps can be used on a mobile device like a smart phone or iPad, or downloaded and printed. Trail maps are available by region or by North or South Island.
We update our maps each year in August so it’s best to wait until then if you plan to print these. If you print the maps, we also recommend having Te Araroa -Trail App on your device as some changes may be made to the route, during the walking season.
Map Release Notes – 2023-24 (v42)
Te Araroa maps are now available for download and use for the 2023-24 season.
Changes for 2023-24 Season
- Several adjustments to the main trail route & bypasses – see the Trail Alerts page.
- Updated LINZ Topo 1:50,000 basemap
Maps Changelog – 2023-24 Season
Seasonal route and small changes are carried out periodically during the walking season. View any route updates or in-season corrections in this changelog [UPDATED 22 November 2023]. Check the update dates of any files to ensure you have the latest information.
Map Downloads by Region
North and South Maps
The following files are North and South Island sets for mobile devices and printing.
Updated 14 April 2024
North Island Mobile
86 pages, 299 MB
South Island Mobile
78 pages, 273 MB
North Island High Res Print
86 pages, 394 MB
South Island High Res Print
78 pages, 388 MB
Te Araroa GPS Data
There are three versions of the the trail GPX files. These files contain elevation information. Paths have been slightly generalised to keep file size small. These files are readable by Garmin GPS units and software. To modify for other devices you may need a product such as GPSBabel, which can translate to different devices and split into smaller parts if the device cannot handle the full file.
Updated 14 April 2024
Tracks Only GPX
2023-24 Tracks: This file has the route shown as tracks – with NO waypoints.
Section Routes GPX
2023-2024 File: This contains routes that directly align to the way in which routes are listed on Te Araroa’s website, with waypoints at each section end.
Kilometre Points GPX
This does not have a route line, only each km marked as a waypoint with elevation – more suitable for confident navigators that may need occasional reassurance they are heading the right way.
Google Earth KMZ
This file contains the entire trail route, bypasses, KM marks, hut, campsites and more! Load this file into Google Earth online or desktop to help you plan your journey. Note: Not for phone use. Contains NO elevation info.
Trail Notes
The trail notes are your bible for walking Te Araroa in a southbound direction. They provide detailed information to help you plan your walk, section by section. They describe the trail and its conditions and provide information about access, transport, accomodation and where to buy food and other supplies. The Trail notes are updated regularly.
Trail Notes
The trail notes are your bible for walking Te Araroa in a southbound direction. They provide detailed information to help you plan your walk, section by section. They describe the trail and its conditions and provide information about access, transport, accomodation and where to buy food and other supplies. The Trail notes are updated regularly.