Tongariro Northern Circuit
TrackCentral North IslandDOC data as at 20 September 2026
About this place
Explore the volcanic heart of Tongariro National Park, a landscape of stark glacial contrasts and alpine views. From May to late October, conditions can be challenging – only go if you have the skills.
Nearby stops
Mangatepopo Campsite
Great Walk • Central North Island • 2.9 km
Water from tap - not treated • boil before use • Toilets - non-flush
Mangatepopo Hut
Great Walk • 20 bunks • Central North Island • 2.9 km
Cooking • Heating • Mattresses
Oturere Campsite
Great Walk • Central North Island • 5.3 km
Non-powered/tent sites • Water from tap - not treated • boil before use
Oturere Hut
Great Walk • 26 bunks • Central North Island • 5.3 km
Cooking • Heating • Mattresses
Old Waihohonu Hut
Waikato • 8 km
All details
- Dogs
- No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules.
- Track type
- Intermediate
- Walking time
- 3-4 days
- Distance
- 35.5 km
- Source data
- View source data
Map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.39.14575° S, 175.63004° 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).