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New Plymouth, New Zealand

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Top Hiking Spots in and near New Plymouth

  • Egmont National Park, New Zealand

    Backpack the Pouakai Circuit

    5.0
    15.5 mi
    The track starts at Taranaki / Egmont National Park Visitor Centre (North Egmont) and can be walked in either direction. Two serviced backcountry huts (15$ each) provide overnight accommodation (equipped with woodburners, toilets, water, bunks and mattresses) and are first come first serve. The t...
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  • Egmont National Park, New Zealand

    Summit Mt. Taranaki

    5.0
    10.6 mi / 4921.3 ft gain
    Begin your hike at Egmont Visitor Centre at 960m above sea level and only 35 minutes from the coastal town of New Plymouth. As this hike will take approximately 8 hours, it is advised to make an early start.The first section of the climb is a 4WD track from which you can see the perfect symmetry ...
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