On a fine day enjoy spectacular views of Taranaki and the Pouākai Tarn on this day hike or overnight tramp.
Distance: 5 km one way (plus a further 700m to the Pouākai Tarn.
Time: 2 hr 30 min one way
Fitness level: Intermediate
From the car park, follow the path up to Mangorei Road and walk to the road end. Follow the track signage up a private driveway and into the bush.
This track requires good fitness as it involves several hours of walking uphill. This track is mostly wooden steps and batten boardwalk – be warned these can be a tripping hazard.
The track climbs steadily through regenerating forest, mountain cedar, and low alpine scrub to the Pouākai Hut (currently closed for redevelopment).
This is a good day hike.
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Mangorei Road, New Plymouth
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