통가리로 국립공원 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

You should cross this area as quickly as possible and not take a break.

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The last 8 km descent are unfortunately without highlights and drag on forever with numerous wide loops

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Brilliant view over the huge Central Crater

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On a clear day you can’t help but marvel at the view across Central Crater to Red Crater and on to the conical-shaped Mount Ngauruhoe volcano. This spectacular view is seen best from near to the rim of Blue Lake. The view also shows the steep descent of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing down the side of Red Crater and the track’s passage across the edge of Central Crater. Furthermore, a distinctive black lava flow is evident over a sizeable part of Central Crater. This lava flow came from Red Crater 1800 years ago. Despite all the nearby volcanic activity it is interesting to note that the flat nature of Central Crater was moulded by a glacier and not by volcanic forces!

For many hikers the most memorable part of the remarkable Tongariro Alpine Crossing is the steep descent from the trail’s highest point above Red Crater to the first Emerald Lake. Here the path descends by 150 m (490 feet) for a run of 300 m (980 feet). This equates to a 1:2 slope or a gradient slope percentage of 50%. For some hikers the descent is memorable because it is the most challenging section of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing to negotiate safely. For other hikers the descent is memorable because it is arguably the most exhilarating and exciting part of the trail. For nearly all hikers the descent will be unforgettable! The challenge and excitement of this steep descent is enhanced by the trail having drop offs on both its sides (the right side dropping into Red Crater), by the dramatic volcanic scenery evident everywhere, and by the photogenic emerald lakes that lie invitingly ahead! The steep trail is covered by grey-black basalt scoria, dirt and gravel, and is slippery in places. Hence for the best experience during the descent, concentration and care are advised especially in windy conditions.

You could even see Lake Taupo in the distance

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The view is not so beautiful every day - there can be strong winds up there.

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The view of Lake Rotoaira rewards us for the strenuous tour in very strong winds.

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Beautiful waterfalls.. 20 meters off the main path

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The path is nicely laid out and easy to walk

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Nice path in the forest and along the river.

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As you descend you have a wonderful view of the lakes on the plain, you can even see Lake Taupo

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Nice view from above of the lakes shining in shades of green… but very crowded

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Sulfurous smoke keeps rising... a sign that there is still activity here

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Nicely laid out path... it's not really flat, but it's easy to walk

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Beautiful waterfall just a few meters off the main path… there is a sign pointing this out

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Beautiful view of the lava landscape

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The ascent or descent on this scree is quite slippery

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For day walkers this is the end point... Te Araroa walkers tend to walk from north to south

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As you ascend, you can see steam rising again and again…signs that there is still activity beneath the surface

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