Visitor Centre closed due to power outage
Posted: 23 April, 2026: North Taranaki Visitor Centre is closed due to a power outage. The onsite toilets are also closed. The closest toilet facilities are approx 5 km down Egmont Road at Mangaoraka Picnic Area. This notice will be removed when the power has been reinstated.
Limited parking at North Egmont road end
Car parking at the North Egmont road end is limited until December 2026 due to construction of the new visitor centre.
Large trucks will be using the road, so drive carefully and expect occasional delays. We recommend carpooling or using a shuttle if you're planning a visit.
North Taranaki Visitor Centre remains open but has moved to a temporary building in the upper car park, above the construction site.
No freedom camping at North Egmont road end
Freedom camping is prohibited at North Egmont Road end. You can overnight camp at Stratford Plateau car park on Pembroke Road or Mangorei Road car park (Pouakai Tarns tramp).
Nau mai, haere mai. On arrival at the road end call into the centre for an introduction to the national park. Get expert advice and in-depth local knowledge from our friendly staff on recreational opportunities, current safety messages and conservation.
The visitor centre is at 945 m above sea level - it can get cold here so come prepared. During winter months the road up to the visitor centre can be icy. We suggest calling the visitor centre to check on road conditions before heading up.
Contact details
North Taranaki Visitor Centre
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+64 6 756 0990 |
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2879 Egmont Road |
Getting there
North Taranaki Visitor Centre is on the northern side of the national park. Dawson Falls Visitor Centre is on the south-eastern side.
We are located at the end of Egmont Road in Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki, 30 minutes’ drive from New Plymouth.
Opening hours
- 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, daily
- Closed Christmas Day, 25 December
Information and services
- Information on local tracks and huts.
- Weather and avalanche reports.
- Quality merchandise including books, postcards, clothing and gifts.
- Hut tickets.
- Toilets available outside the visitor centre with 24 hour access.
- Topographical maps.
- Personal locator beacon hire.
- 24 hour access foyer with weather and track information.