Volcanoes and hot springs

Tongariro National Park Blyth Hut to Ohakune Mountain Road via South East Basin

Track. Medium. One way. Created 26 December 202026 December 2020.

From behind Blyth Hut, a poled route exists to the South East Basin of the Turoa skifield. It is not necessary to climb to the last pole, however, climb to a position 20 meters below and West of the pole. ... More ▶︎

Lion Rock / Te Piha

Track. Easy. Return by the same track. Updated 26 February 201726 February 2017.

Lion Rock is the unmistakable rocky outcrop on the beach at Piha. More ▶︎

East Cape to West Cape - the length of NZ's main divide

Track. 125 – 300 days. Hard. One way. Updated 3 February 20213 February 2021.

A guide to my route from East Cape to West Cape, the length of NZ's main divide. More ▶︎

Mount Herbert: Gebbies Pass approach

Track. 1 – 2 days. Easy. Return by the same track. Created 19 May 201419 May 2014.

A lengthy route along the Crater Rim, past the Remarkable Dykes and the Sign of the Packhorse to Mount Herbert / Te Ahu Patiki (919m). More ▶︎

Tarawera Trail

Track. Easy/medium. Return by the same track. Created 6 April 20146 April 2014.

The first day of what will eventually be a three day trip around Lake tarawera More ▶︎

Lake Surprise

Track. 1 day. Medium. Return via same track. Updated 16 April 201116 April 2011.

Walk to Lake Suprise, Mountain Track More ▶︎

Border Track - NSW/QLD Australia

Track. Easy/medium. Updated 2 December 20102 December 2010.

This section of the Border Track lies on the rim of the Tweed Volcanoe and is mainly rainforest trail. More ▶︎

Auckland Coast to Coast

Track. 1 day. Easy. One way. Updated 6 September 20106 September 2010.

A day walk in an urban jungle Surpriseingly interesting with more wildlife than I have seen in many New Zealand Forests More ▶︎

Hurunui Hot Springs

Track. 2 – 3 days. Easy. Return via same track. Updated 12 June 200912 June 2009.

An overnight trip to a good hot pool near Lake Sumner. More ▶︎

Mount Somers summit (from Woolshed Creek)

Track. 2 days. Easy/medium. Return by the same track. Updated 27 May 201327 May 2013.

A gentle climb over untracked tussock land to this easy summit. More ▶︎

Te Araroa Trail

Track. 95 days. Medium. One way. Updated 19 July 201719 July 2017.

Te Araroa is a walking trail running the entire length of the North and South Islands. The trail opened 3 December 2011. More ▶︎

Whakapapaiti Valley

Track. 1 day. Easy. Loop track with a road section. Updated 23 January 201223 January 2012.

This is an easy day trip in summer from Whakapapaiti Village. Allow about six hours, but you can do it in five if you don't have too many breaks. More ▶︎

Mt Taranaki/ Mt Egmont Summit via Standard North Route

Track. 1 day. Medium. Return via same track. Created 9 January 20089 January 2008.

North Island's second highest mountain, everyone knows Mt Taranaki. Known as a relatively easy climb given the elevation gained. More ▶︎

Browns Island (Motukorea)

Track. Easy. Return via same track. Updated 12 November 200712 November 2007.

A young, grass-covered island volcano near Auckland. More ▶︎

Karioi Track

Track. 1 day. Easy/medium. Return via same track. Updated 15 June 200915 June 2009.

A short walk through coastal forest to the summit of a small volcano, Mt Karioi, south of Raglan. More ▶︎

Mt Kakepuku

Track. Easy/medium. Return via same track. Created 6 November 20076 November 2007.

A brief climb to the summit of a forested volcano in the Waikato. More ▶︎

Pirongia summit loop via Tirohanga / Mahaukura tracks

Track. 1 day. Easy/medium. Loop track. Updated 15 April 201415 April 2014.

Walk up one ridge and down the other, great views the whole way and rare plants too. Varible track that keeps you thinking. More ▶︎

Fantham's Peak

Track. 1 day. Medium. Return via same track. Updated 25 May 201125 May 2011.

Nice hike - not too strenuous. Be aware of rapidly changing weather conditions. More ▶︎

Pirongia - Bell/ Tahuanui Loop 1.5 days

Track. 1 – 2 days. Medium. Loop track. Updated 28 May 200728 May 2007.

This is a beaut! Fresh air, lush veg and precious plants only 1.5h drive from Auckland. More ▶︎

Mt Taranaki Summit (Summer)

Track. 1 day. Hard. Nth Egmont Visitor Centre. Created 7 February 20067 February 2006.

Alpine ascent to summit of Mt Taranaki / Egmont. More ▶︎

Mount Herbert: Western Valley Road approach

Track. Easy. Return by the same track. Updated 19 May 201419 May 2014.

A straightforward route along the unconstructed section of the Summit Road to the highest point on Banks Peninsula: Mount Herbert / Te Ahu Patiki (919m). More ▶︎

Mount Herbert Walkway

Track. 1 day. Easy/medium. Return by the same track. Updated 19 May 201419 May 2014.

A straightforward climb from Diamond Harbour over farmland to the highest point on Banks Peninsula: Mount Herbert / Te Ahu Patiki (919m). More ▶︎

Te Ara Pātaka

Track. 2 – 3 days. Easy/medium. One way. Updated 9 March 20169 March 2016.

This track between Gebbies Pass and Hilltop was once surveyed as part of the Banks Peninsula Summit Road, although never constructed. Farm and tussocklands, expansive views, and remnant tōtara forest. More ▶︎

Ngauruhoe Volcano

Track. 1 day. Medium. Returns via same track. Updated 28 May 201128 May 2011.

Ascent of the steep, symmetrical scoria cone of a young volcano - can be walked as a 3 hour side trip on the Tongariro Crossing More ▶︎

Ketetahi Track

Track. 0 – 2 days. Easy. Return via same track. Updated 27 September 200527 September 2005.

Easy climb through forest and subalpine vegetation on the northern flank of the Tongariro Volcano More ▶︎

Mount Tongariro

Track. Easy/medium. Return via same route. Created 9 April 20039 April 2003.

A side trip on the Tongariro Crossing to the low summit of Tongariro Volcano More ▶︎

Soda Springs

Track. Easy. Return via same track. Created 9 April 20039 April 2003.

The easiest close approach to Ngauruhoe Volcano, following a smooth track through a raw, moonlike landscape to an oasis of vegetation around mineral springs More ▶︎

Te Mari Craters

Track. Easy/medium. Return via same route. Updated 28 May 201128 May 2011.

Unmarked walk to volcanic craters near Ketetahi Hut on the Tongariro Crossing More ▶︎

Tama Lakes Track

Track. Medium. Return via same track. Updated 28 May 201128 May 2011.

A good day walk onto the Tama Saddle, visiting explosion craters near the foot of Ngauruhoe. Excellent panoramic views on an exposed, windy track. More ▶︎

Taranaki Falls

Track. Easy. Loop track. Created 30 January 200230 January 2002.

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