Mangorei Track to Pouākai Tarns
Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki, Taranaki, New Zealand
Out-and-back trail in Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki, Taranaki, New Zealand. Hiking.
- Distance
- 7.7 mi (12.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,546 ft (776 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 45 min
- High point
- 4,006 ft (1,221 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from start
- Hut: Pouākai Hut 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from start
- Attraction: Pouākai Reflective Tarn 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Pouākai Mirror Reflection 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Mangorei Track to Pouākai Tarns
How long is Mangorei Track to Pouākai Tarns?
Mangorei Track to Pouākai Tarns is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 45 min. It climbs 2,546 ft (776 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,006 ft (1,221 m).
How hard is Mangorei Track to Pouākai Tarns?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Mangorei Track to Pouākai Tarns?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Pouākai Crossing Car Park.
Are there water and toilets on Mangorei Track to Pouākai Tarns?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 6.5 mi (10.5 km).
Is Mangorei Track to Pouākai Tarns shaded?
Partly shaded (68% under trees).
What can you do on Mangorei Track to Pouākai Tarns?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Mangorei Track to Pouākai Tarns?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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