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Panitahi and Syme Hut Track, track in Taranaki
Photo and data: Crown Copyright, Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai.

Panitahi and Syme Hut Track

TrackTaranakiDOC data as at 20 September 2026

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About this place

From December to April, fit and well-equipped trampers can enjoy spectacular scenery from Panitahi, formerly known as Fanthams Peak, on Taranaki Maunga. From May to November, the mountain is covered in snow and ice – mountaineering experience and equipment is required.

Nearby stops

Kapuni Lodge

Taranaki • 0.6 km

Syme Hut

Syme Hut

Standard • 10 bunks • Taranaki • 0.6 km

Mattresses • Toilets - non-flush • Water from tap - not treated

Five Dollar Hut

Taranaki • 1.2 km

Hooker Shelter

Taranaki • 1.5 km

Manganui Public Shelter

Taranaki • 1.7 km

All details

Dogs
No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules.
Track type
Advanced
Walking time
5–6 hr return
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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.39.31026° S, 174.07312° E

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Sources

  • DOC Tracks (API) · CC BY 4.0Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai. Data sourced from the DOC Developer Portal (api.doc.govt.nz).
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