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Pouākai Crossing, track in Taranaki
Photo and data: Crown Copyright, Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai.

Pouākai Crossing

TrackTaranakiDOC data as at 20 September 2026

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About this place

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.

Nearby stops

Pouākai Hut

16 bunks • Taranaki • 0.2 km

Heating • Mattresses • Toilets - non-flush

Holly Hut

Holly Hut

Serviced • 32 bunks • Taranaki • 3.3 km

Heating • Mattresses • Lighting

Kaiauai Shelter

Taranaki • 3.9 km

The Camphouse

Taranaki • 6.1 km

Pukeiti Domain Freedom Campground

Taranaki • 6.3 km

All details

Dogs
No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules.
Track type
Advanced
Walking time
7 hr 30 min - 9 hr 30 min
Distance
19 km
Website
This place on doc.govt.nz
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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.39.23623° S, 174.03989° 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).
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