Pouākai Circuit
TrackTaranakiDOC data as at 20 September 2026
About this place
The premier 2–3 day tramp in Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki. It offers spectacular views of Taranaki Maunga and the surrounding countryside. The 25 km track passes through forest, alpine tussock fields and the unique Ahukawakawa.
Nearby stops
Kaiauai Shelter
Taranaki • 1.6 km
Pouākai Hut
16 bunks • Taranaki • 2.8 km
Heating • Mattresses • Toilets - non-flush
Holly Hut
Serviced • 32 bunks • Taranaki • 2.9 km
Heating • Mattresses • Lighting
The Camphouse
Taranaki • 3.8 km
Maketawa Hut
Serviced • 16 bunks • Taranaki • 5 km
Heating • Mattresses • Toilets - non-flush
All details
- Dogs
- No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules.
- Track type
- Advanced
- Walking time
- 2 - 3 days
- Distance
- 25
- Round trip
- Yes
- Website
- This place on doc.govt.nz
- Source data
- View source data
Map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.39.24457° S, 174.06698° E
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Sources
- OpenStreetMap Trails · ODbL (Open Database License)Contains information from OpenStreetMap, made available under the ODbL.
- 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).