Jan 23: Raglan Ramblers to climb to Kakepuku lookout

Kakepuku has a well-formed track, which passes through the waharoa - Image John Lawson
Kakepuku has a well-formed track, which passes through the waharoa – Image John Lawson

On January 23rd, Raglan Ramblers will be visiting Kakepuku, the 449 metre former volcano rising from the plain near Te Awamutu.  Kakepuku is in a line of volcanoes with Karioi and Pirongia. The Ramblers will be walking to the lookout tower on the well-formed track, which passes through the waharoa shown in the photo. Please bring your lunch.

Photos of the walk are on the Raglan Ramblers’ Facebook.

Walks usually start 9 am, Wednesdays, from James St near the Catholic Church and the intersection with Wallis St.

There is no membership – the only cost is 10 cents per km to share travel costs. Details from John 825 7866. Check out Raglan Ramblers on Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/RaglanRamblers/.

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