Manganui Gorge Track
Located in East Egmont area in the Taranaki region
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Introduction
On a clear day this walk provides great views of North Taranaki and up the coastline.Dog access
This track begins at the top end of Plateau car park. Walk up the access road toward the ski field. At the flying fox there are good views of the Manganui Gorge and the summit of Mount Taranaki.
The track continues up to the ski field where it continues as the high level summer Around the Mountain Circuit.
Access to the east side of Mount Taranaki is via Pembroke Road which leads directly to the park boundary from the northern end of Stratford township.
The road climbs through popdocarp/broadleaf forest and then the montane forest, reaching the accommodation centre of the Ngāti Ruanui Stratford Mountain House. The road winds its way another 3km to the road end car park at The Plateau (1172 m) where there are superb views of the surrounding countryside.
Be prepared for changeable weather
Weather on the mountain changes rapidly – you must be well prepared with suitable clothing and equipment for all weather and conditions.
Snow, high rainfall and storm damage can make tracks impassable – many rivers and streams are unbridged.
Check the Egmont National Park weather forecast before you go.
Be careful during winter as the gorge section of the track is subject to avalanche danger and ice.