Waipari

This heavily pocketed ignimbrite crag is all about ‘pulling down’, with easily accessible, well-bolted routes across the grade range. Waipari is home to several of the North Island’s most difficult climbs and boulder problems. It’s also an easy place for climbing groups with different levels of ability, and for kids. If you bring strong fingers, lots of skin and a good attitude you are almost guaranteed a great day at the crag.
Spring and autumn are best, but you can climb year-round. Summer can be hot and humid but some shady routes can usually be found, and dry winter days can provide good friction.
Take a sport rack, maybe some trad gear, and a 50 or 60m rope.