Track category information

What to expect on a Great Walk/Easy tramping track:

  • Moderate day or multi-day tramping/hiking
  • Track is generally well formed, may be steep, rough or muddy
  • Suitable for people with moderate fitness. Limited backcountry (remote areas) experience required
  • Track has signs, poles or markers. Major stream and rivers crossings are bridged
  • Light tramping/hiking boots required
 
Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Information

Plan & prepare for your trip

Great Walks visitor statistics

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Important notices about DOC managed areas in the Tongariro/Taupo region
Contact
Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre
Phone:      +64 7 892 3729
Address:   Whakapapa Village
State Highway 48
Mount Ruapehu
Email:   tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

Tongariro Taupo Conservancy Office
Phone:      +64 7 384 7106
Email:   ttcinfo@doc.govt.nz
Full office details