Wellington Regional Trails
A person walks away from the camera down a grassy hill on the Seven Pines track in Ngā Ara o Rangituhi. In the background are Porirua and Pāuatahanui Inlet.

Walking time

1 hr 45 min one way

Length

1.9km

Uses

Walking/Running

Type

Single track

Walking difficulty

Intermediate: Easier tramping track

Profile

350m climb

-350m descent

461m highest point

About the trail

Seven Pines journeys through lush regenerating native bush in the Tawa-Porirua Basin, up to the top of Rangituhi/Colonial Knob. 

Weave your way through Ngā Ara o Rangituhi before emerging on the hilltop with views across the region. The trail is steep and undulating so be prepared for a tough climb.

A person walks toward the camera up a grassy hill on the Seven Pines track in Ngā Ara o Rangituhi.

Getting there

  • The trail starts from Spicer Botanical Park in Porirua.
  • There are regular bus and train services to Porirua and the surrounding area. Timetables are available from Metlink.

Know before you go

For tips and advice before heading out on Wellington’s trails check out our before you go section.

A person reading a wooden sign on the Seven Pines track in Ngā Ara o Rangituhi.