Sunrise view from Manganui Ski Field to Tongariro National Park. Photo: Athena Rhodes

Manganui Gorge Track, Egmont National Park

June 2021

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Start this walk early to soak in beautiful sunrise views extending all the way to Mts Ngauruhoe and Ruapehu.

The walk starts at the far end of the car park along a rocky trail lined with alpine plants such as hebe and tussock. An impressive concrete tunnel is reached after about 850m. This is designed to protect walkers from rockfall and slips from above. At its end is a narrow pathway bordered with more […]
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