The track starts in North Egmont. From New Plymouth, follow State Highway 3 for 13 km to Egmont Village. Turn onto Egmont Road and follow this up the mountain to North Egmont.

Transport to the start of the track can be arranged through several local transport providers. Contact North Taranaki Visitor Centre. No scheduled transport service exists.

Limited car parking at North Egmont road end in summer

During summer we suggest arranging to be dropped off by a shuttle at North Egmont road end or starting the trail from the Stratford Plateau car park on Pembroke Road, Stratford. From there follow signs across the ski field toward Tahurangi Lodge to join the Summit Climb.