Pouākai Crossing

Taranaki · New Zealand

Distance18.7 km (11.6 mi)all 3 sections

Climb899 m (2,949 ft)1,267 m (4,157 ft) down

High point1,382 m (4,534 ft)lowest 545 m (1,788 ft)

DOC's time7 hr 30 min - 9 hr 30 minas DOC publishes it

GradeAdvancedDOC

This track is mapped in 3 separate sections, so there is no single profile or walking time. Climb is added up section by section.

Map

Map: LINZ Topo50, Toitū Te Whenua LINZ, CC BY 4.0

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About the track

Wind across the lower slopes of Taranaki Maunga – discover towering cliffs, a mighty waterfall, a sphagnum moss swamp and stunning views on this day walk version of the popular 2–3 day Pouākai Circuit.

Huts on or near the track

Holly Hut (983 m, bookable)

Pouākai Crossing on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.