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Taranaki Maunga reflected in the tarns.
North Egmont area

Located in Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki in the Taranaki region

Explore Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki from the North Egmont Road end.

Just a 30 minute drive from New Plymouth, the North Egmont Road end has:

  • lush native forest and stunning views
  • a variety of walking opportunities
  • a visitor centre with comprehensive displays, a retail area, and DOC staff to help with track information and weather updates.

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 camping sign

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).

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.

The roadend is at the top of Egmont Road, 29 km from New Plymouth. The road winds for 6 km through dense podocarp/broadleaf rainforest, with large rimu and rata trees on the lower slopes of the mountain. It climbs steeply through the wetter and cooler montane forest with kamahi, mosses, liverworts and ferns.
  • No dogs are allowed in this area.
  • Taranaki Maunga has changeable and unpredictable weather. Check the forecast and carry clothing and equipment to ensure you are able to cope with any type of weather.