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).
From the visitor centre, follow the boardwalk to the viewing platform past the Camphouse.
From here, the track leads up to Ambury Monument where it turns left and descends to cross Translator Road. It then re-enters the forest to head down to the visitor centre.
The track starts at the North Taranaki Visitor Centre.
To get there, head 13 km south from New Plymouth to Egmont Village. Turn off State Highway 3 on to Egmont Road and follow it for 16 km to the end. The visitor centre is signposted from the junction.
The track has steps and is steep in some places with a few big drop-offs near the track edge. Keep an eye on children.
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 Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki weather forecast before you go.
North Taranaki Visitor Centre
| Phone: | +64 6 756 0990 |
| Email: | northtaranakivc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: | 2879 Egmont Road Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki 4386 |
| Hours: | Visitor centre hours and services |