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Whakapapa Ski & Snowboard Area
Whakapapa is situated on the north-western slopes of Mt Ruapehu, offering a fantastic variety of terrain, premier learner’s facility and breathtaking views from the highest café in New Zealand, the Knoll Ridge Café.
![National Park Villages, Turoa Ski & Snowboard Area](https://www.nationalpark.co.nz/storage/app/resources/resize/525_300_0_0_crop/img_f9a77bf9c3a76eb119932a19d0dfff8a.jpg)
Turoa Ski & Snowboard Area
Turoa Ski Area is situated on the south-western slopes of Mt Ruapehu, offering a massive 722m of vertical descent from the top of Australasia’s highest chairlift – the Highnoon Express.
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NZ's Highest Stand Up Paddle Board Adventure
Try NZ's highest stand up paddle board adventure at 616 metres above sea level and with stunning views of Tongario National Park.
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Kayaking, Canoeing & Rafting
Spanning two wilderness National Parks through Tongariro and Whanganui, the Ruapehu region presents a veritable smorgasbord of river ways for premium kayaking, canoeing and rafting.
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Fishing
The Ruapehu region's alpine waterways boast world-class wilderness fishing, with secluded locations and trophy potential luring even the most seasoned fishermen.
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Fishers Track
Fishers Track is a mostly downhill track with stunning views over Tongariro National Park.
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Ohakune Old Coach Road
Originally used by horse-drawn coach as a connecting route between the two rail heads of the unfinished North Island trunk line, the Ohakune Old Coach Road is steeped in history.
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42 Traverse
With a reputation as one of New Zealand's best adventure rides, the 46 kilometre 42 Traverse is a must do for experienced riders.
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Marton Sash & Door
Travel back in time alongside the main trunk line.
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Bridge To Nowhere
Adventure across farmland and native bush to uncover the story of the impressive Bridge to Nowhere.
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Mountains To Sea Cycle Trail
From the flanks of Mount Ruapehu to the coastal shores of Whanganui, the Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail is a route encompassing majestic mountains, stunning native forest, and the spiritual, cultural and historical highlights of the Whanganui River.
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The Timber Trail
A former sawmilling stronghold with a rich historic, cultural and natural heritage, the Pureora Forest Park is intersected by the famous Timber Trail cycleway.
![National Park Villages, Tongariro Alpine Crossing](https://www.nationalpark.co.nz/storage/app/resources/resize/525_300_0_0_crop/img_7bbc6efcc8a5795088e69d32214aa220.jpg)
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Time: 5 - 8 hr. Distance: 19.4 km.
![National Park Villages, Tongariro Northern Circuit](https://www.nationalpark.co.nz/storage/app/resources/resize/525_300_0_0_crop/img_5a0779fc06906485c335fa22c8846e81.jpg)
Tongariro Northern Circuit
Time: 3 - 4 Days. Distance: 43.1 km loop.
![National Park Villages, Round The Mountain Track](https://www.nationalpark.co.nz/storage/app/resources/resize/525_300_0_0_crop/img_4b4ea1792dd2bd1b676dd4ff706dd0ea.jpg)
Round The Mountain Track
Time: 4 - 6 Days. Distance: 66.2 km loop.
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Lake Rotopounamu
Time: 2 hr. Distance: 5 km.
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Mounds Walk
Time: 20 min return. Begins 5 km below Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre on SH 48.
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Mount Ruapehu Crater Climb
Time: 7 hr return. Distance: 10 km.
![National Park Villages, Ohinetonga Track](https://www.nationalpark.co.nz/storage/app/resources/resize/525_300_0_0_crop/img_ee872476454eda117d76bf3e40c1fd4d.jpg)
Ohinetonga Track
Time: 2 hr. Distance: 4 km.
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Ridge Track
Time: 30 - 40 min return. Distance: 1.2 km return.
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Silica Rapids
Time: 2.5 hr return. Distance: 7 km return via Bruce Road. Begins 250 metres above Whakapapa Visitor Centre.
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Tama Lakes
Time: 5 - 6 hr return. Distance: 17 km return. Begin 100 metres below Whakapapa Visitor Centre at Ngauruhoe Place - an extension of the Taranaki Falls Walk.
![National Park Villages, Taranaki Falls](https://www.nationalpark.co.nz/storage/app/resources/resize/525_300_0_0_crop/img_547fedafd08110bc5287bc46ae7b27fc.jpg)
Taranaki Falls
Time: 2 hr return. Distance: 6 km loop.
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Tawhai Falls
Time: 20 min return. Begins 4 km below Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre on SH 48.
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Tupapakurua Falls
Time: 4 - 5 hr return Distance: 11 km
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Whakapapa Nature Walk
Time: 15 min loop track. Wheelchair accessible.
![National Park Villages, Whakapapanui](https://www.nationalpark.co.nz/storage/app/resources/resize/525_300_0_0_crop/img_4e4269898d821ee1a109395b22f3cac4.jpg)
Whakapapanui
Time: 2 hr return. Distance: 6 km return via same track or via the SH48 road.
![National Park Villages, Whakapapaiti Valley](https://www.nationalpark.co.nz/storage/app/resources/resize/525_300_0_0_crop/img_383a2860104e6ff95648f42ef8c5dc9b.jpg)
Whakapapaiti Valley
Time: 4 - 5 hr return, distance: 16 km
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Kaiwhakauka
Originally a six-foot horse and cart route, then a tramping track, the Kaiwhakauka Track is a rewarding addition to the Mountains to Sea Cycle Trails.
![National Park Villages, Whanganui River Road](https://www.nationalpark.co.nz/storage/app/resources/resize/525_300_0_0_crop/img_40d443f8a1e83b31e1fc6474a5edfb6a.jpg)
Whanganui River Road
A beautiful Marae, notable church and convent, charming old flour mill, and other special sights tell their stories.
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Middle – Ruatiti Road Connector
Middle-Ruatiti road connects Ohakune Old Coach Road and Mangapurua tracks.