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Belmont Trig

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4.8
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•#49 on "The 50 best hiking trails in Wellington"
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Normandale, Lower Hutt 5010, New Zealand
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Belmont Trig Track is a challenging yet rewarding walking trail in Belmont Regional Park, near Lower Hutt in the Wellington region. The track offers a mix of bush walks with occasional waterfalls and farm track walks, culminating in stunning views from the Belmont Trig at 457 meters. It's recommended to be reasonably fit for this steep loop walk, but the effort is well worth it for the breathtaking scenery.
Why you should go
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  1. Experience breathtaking views of Wellington region from Belmont Trig
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  2. Enjoy a challenging hike through native bush and farmland tracks
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  3. Opportunity to see waterfalls and diverse landscapes along the trail

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Very well maintained and non technical track (small stones and not many pot holes). If you want to take the 4wd track down to Stratton Street you'll need to veer left at the trig and follow the track. Soon you will see a piece of wood with arrows, keep right. Next you see a massive map signpost and facing the sign you'd turn 180 and head downward to the left on the brown track. At the bottom you'll see a creek but there's a small bridge to the right of it. Hopefully that helps someone cause as a first timer it was hard to navigate and lucky there was a local I could ask at the trig.
Good walk. Not well sign posted so a little bit tricky for first timers. I walked it clockwise which was an easy going incline, with a steep decline on the way back. Good amount of native bush with a touch of farmland.
Massive effort required to get all the way up, a reasonable level of fitness is definitely recommended. I took food and drink with me too to have as a reward when I got to the top. The tracks are very well maintained and the views both on the way and when you get to the top are well worth it. I great adventure, but make sure you allow plenty of time (took me 2 hours to get up from the Oakleigh St entrance). I definitely recommend doing this at least once in your lifetime.
Very well maintained and non technical track (small stones and not many pot holes). If you want to take the 4wd track down to Stratton Street you'll need to veer left at the trig and follow the track. Soon you will see a piece of wood with arrows, keep right. Next you see a massive map signpost and facing the sign you'd turn 180 and head downward to the left on the brown track. At the bottom you'll see a creek but there's a small bridge to the right of it. Hopefully that helps someone cause as a first timer it was hard to navigate and lucky there was a local I could ask at the trig.
Good walk. Not well sign posted so a little bit tricky for first timers. I walked it clockwise which was an easy going incline, with a steep decline on the way back. Good amount of native bush with a touch of farmland.
Massive effort required to get all the way up, a reasonable level of fitness is definitely recommended. I took food and drink with me too to have as a reward when I got to the top. The tracks are very well maintained and the views both on the way and when you get to the top are well worth it. I great adventure, but make sure you allow plenty of time (took me 2 hours to get up from the Oakleigh St entrance). I definitely recommend doing this at least once in your lifetime.
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Know before you go

  1. Carry plenty of water and suitable clothing for changing weather conditions
  2. If navigating for the first time, follow specific directions provided by reviewers or ask locals at the trig point
  3. Allow ample time for hiking up (around 2 hours) from Oakleigh St entrance
  4. Take food and drink as a reward when reaching the top

Reviews

Belmont Trig offers a challenging yet rewarding hike with stunning views of the city, Petone, Johnsonville, and Porirua areas. Reviewers mention that the track is well-maintained but can be tricky to navigate for first-timers. The hike requires a reasonable level of fitness due to inclines and declines along the way. Visitors recommend carrying plenty of water and suitable clothing as weather conditions can change quickly. The top provides a panoramic 360-degree view worth the effort, with opportunities to spot wildlife like butterflies enjoying the sun at the trig.
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5/5Leslie
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Mar 26, 2022 from
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Very well maintained and non technical track (small stones and not many pot holes). If you want to take the 4wd track down to Stratton Street you'll need to veer left at the trig and follow the track. Soon you will see a piece of wood with arrows, keep right. Next you see a massive map signpost and facing the sign you'd turn 180 and head downward to the left on the brown track. At the bottom you'll see a creek but there's a small bridge to the right of it. Hopefully that helps someone cause as a first timer it was hard to navigate and lucky there was a local I could ask at the trig.
3/5Bradley J
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Jul 16, 2022 from
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Good walk. Not well sign posted so a little bit tricky for first timers. I walked it clockwise which was an easy going incline, with a steep decline on the way back. Good amount of native bush with a touch of farmland.
4/5Haydn M
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Feb 21, 2021 from
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Massive effort required to get all the way up, a reasonable level of fitness is definitely recommended. I took food and drink with me too to have as a reward when I got to the top. The tracks are very well maintained and the views both on the way and when you get to the top are well worth it. I great adventure, but make sure you allow plenty of time (took me 2 hours to get up from the Oakleigh St entrance). I definitely recommend doing this at least once in your lifetime.
5/5Megan D
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Feb 6, 2019 from
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Great climb. Well signposted. Takes a medium level of fitness. Beware it can be very windy and cold at the top, so take something warm to put on.
5/5N V
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Dec 30, 2020 from
Google
Very nice hike up the trig. Gorgeous views of the city, Petone, Johnsonville and Porirua areas. Bring plenty of water and good shoes ready to cross the Korokoro stream :)
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Normandale, Lower Hutt 5010, New Zealand
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