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Taranaki Maunga Summit Climb

Taranaki · New Zealand

Distance5.6 km (3.5 mi)along the line
Climb1,540 m (5,052 ft)0 m (0 ft) down
High point2,499 m (8,199 ft)lowest 958 m (3,143 ft)
DOC's timeUp 5–6 hr | down 3–4 hras DOC publishes it
Walking time3 h 58 minone way, moving, our estimate
GradeAdvanced, ExpertDOC

Elevation profile

2499 m 958 m 0 km5.6 km

Map

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

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About the track

From January to April, fit and well-equipped hikers can enjoy spectacular scenery from the summit of Taranaki Maunga. From May to December, the mountain is covered in snow and ice - mountaineering experience and equipment is required.

Taranaki Maunga Summit Climb on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.