Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Tongariro National Park, Waikato, New Zealand
Point-to-point trail in Tongariro National Park, Waikato, New Zealand. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.3 mi (19.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,934 ft (1,199 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 55 min
- High point
- 6,099 ft (1,859 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Waterfall 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Blue Lake 6.2 mi (10 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Emerald Lakes 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Peak: Red Crater 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from start
- Peak: Red Crater 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Devil's Staircase 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from start
- Shelter 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from start
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Questions about Tongariro Alpine Crossing
How long is Tongariro Alpine Crossing?
Tongariro Alpine Crossing is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 55 min. It climbs 3,934 ft (1,199 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,099 ft (1,859 m).
How hard is Tongariro Alpine Crossing?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Tongariro Alpine Crossing?
Parking at the start, Free. Closest lot to the start: Ketetahi Carpark. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Tongariro Alpine Crossing?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 1.8 mi (2.9 km), 4 mi (6.4 km), 5.7 mi (9.2 km).
Is Tongariro Alpine Crossing shaded?
Mostly exposed (14% under trees).
What can you do on Tongariro Alpine Crossing?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Tongariro Alpine Crossing?
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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