Taranaki Falls Walk
Tongariro National Park, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand
Loop trail in Tongariro National Park, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand. Hiking.
- Distance
- 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 371 ft (113 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 25 min
- High point
- 3,980 ft (1,213 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from start
- Waterfall: Taranaki Falls 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Edge of Lava Flow 2.5 mi (4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Taranaki Falls Walk
How long is Taranaki Falls Walk?
Taranaki Falls Walk is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 25 min. It climbs 371 ft (113 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,980 ft (1,213 m).
How hard is Taranaki Falls Walk?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Taranaki Falls Walk?
Parking at the start, Free, 10 spaces.
Are there water and toilets on Taranaki Falls Walk?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 2 mi (3.3 km).
Is Taranaki Falls Walk shaded?
Partly shaded (31% under trees).
What can you do on Taranaki Falls Walk?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Taranaki Falls Walk?
Ma and Mels, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Whakapapa Camp Store, 0.2 mi (0.3 km).
Is this a good week for Taranaki Falls Walk?
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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