Pipiwai Trail Elevation Gain
How much climbing on the Pipiwai Trail?
The Pipiwai Trail elevation gain is about 800 feet, with some climbing almost immediately as you start the hike.
You will encounter stone-paved steps on the trail in almost every section of the trail, but the climb is gradual and the steps are relatively low.

The climbing is a bit more intensive at the start of the trail and towards the end.
Planning to hike the trail? Visit our Pipiwai Trail home page for the complete rundown on every single detail!
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