East Egmont short walks
Short walk
Getting there
Access to the eastern sector of Mount Taranaki is provided by Pembroke Road which leads directly to the park boundary from the northern end of Stratford township.
About the area
Egmont National Park can be found on the western coast of New Zealand's North Island. Here the volcano Taranaki (or Mt Egmont as it is also known) rules supreme.
The road climbs through popdocarp/broadleaf forest and then the montane forest, reaching the accommodation centre of the Mountain House Motor Lodge. The road winds its way another 3km to the road end car park at The Plateau (1172m) where there is superb views of the surrounding countryside.
Description
Kamahi Loop Track
Time: 30 min return
This walk begins from the picnic area just above the Mountain House Motor Lodge.
This walk is a great introduction to the goblin forest of the mountain with twisted kamahi trunks covered with ferns and mosses. The track loops around and returns you to Pembroke Road just below the Stratford Mountain House.
Activities
Skiing
During winter months the Manganui skifield is open for public use.
Plan and prepare
What to expect on a short walk:
- Easy walking for up to an hour
- Track is well formed, with an even surface. There may be steps or slopes
- Suitable for people of most abilities and fitness
- Stream and rivers crossings are bridged
- Walking shoes required