Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: January 21, 2026

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Tongariro National Park

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Start point

Parking

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388 m

Start of Taranaki Falls Track

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This is where the Tongariro Alpine Crossing begins in Whakapapa

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444 m

I chose the Lower for the way out and the Upper Taranaki Falls Track for the way back. The paths offer an insight into different landscapes, which is why it is worth going both ways as a circular route.

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3.32 km

Taranaki Falls

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Worthwhile waterfall that can be reached via easy paths

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3.50 km

Taranaki Falls Track

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an always perfect and safe hiking trail.

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3.64 km

Wairere Stream Waterfall and Footbridge

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Beautiful view from above over the fall stage of the waterfall

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4.64 km

Waterfall Near Taranaki Falls, Tongariro National Park

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A few meters from the hiking trail you can discover an inconspicuous waterfall... but a little further on the Taranaki Falls are much more worthwhile

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5.16 km

View of Mount Ngauruhoe from Taranaki Falls Track

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6.68 km

Taranaki Falls Track Trailhead

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Parking on site and everything well described. There are several options.

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6.77 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.08 km

542 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.02 km

1.06 km

674 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,210 m)

Lowest point (1,100 m)

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Friday 6 March

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