Rangemore Track is a walking track at Nihotupu, Parau, in the foothills of the Waitakere Ranges in west Auckland. It holds a 4.7 rating from Google reviewers.
Tracks through the Waitakeres are classic Auckland bush walking: well-formed paths of gravel, steps and boardwalk under kauri, nikau and tree ferns, with the sound of streams never far off. The clay underfoot holds water, so after rain expect slippery patches and wear shoes with grip. Kauri dieback is a serious concern in these ranges, so cleaning stations at track entrances are part of the routine — scrubbing and spraying your boots genuinely helps keep the forest open. It also pays to check Auckland Council's park pages before setting out, as tracks close temporarily for pest control or storm damage.
For that kind of west-coast bush without a long drive, Rangemore Track sits right on Parau's doorstep.