The Coromandel is an outdoorsman's paradise. With the Karangahake Gorge at its foot and the Coromandel Forest Park running down its spine, the peninsula is home to hundreds of walkways and trails.
Aside from the scenery, a walk can teach you a lot about local mining history. In fact, all you need to go sightseeing is a pair of walking shoes. Here's a guide to some of the best walks and hikes in the Coromandel.