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Taranaki
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elcome to
Taranaki. This
guide provides an insight
into a region ‘like no
other’, from the activities
and attractions on offer,
to accommodation
options to suit your
style and your budget.
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and plan your Taranaki
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Mt Taranaki in Summer
© Rob Tucker/Venture Taranaki
CONTENTS
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TARANAKI
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NORTH TARANAKI
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Mokau
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Urenui
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Waitara
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NEW PLYMOUTH
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Inglewood • Stratford
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CENTRAL TARANAKI
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SOUTH TARANAKI
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Hawera
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Opunake
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HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE
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NEW PLYMOUTH
Hawera
Bell Block
Eltham
Inglewood
Oakura
Opunake
Stratford
Waitara
Alton
Ararata
Auroa
Awatuna
Brixton
Cardiff
Croydon
Dawson Falls
Douglas
East Egmont
Egmont Village
Huiakama
Huinga
Huirangi
Huiroa
Hurford
Hurleyville
Hurworth
Ihaia
Inaha
Kaimata
Kaimiro
Kaipikari
Kaponga
Kapuni
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Kaupokonui
Korito
Koru
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Lepperton
Lowgarth
Maata
Mahoe
Makahu
Makaka
Manaia
Mangamingi
Mangatoki
Mangawhero
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Matapu
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Meremere
Midhirst
Mimi
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Motunui
Newall
Ngaere
Norfolk
Normanby
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Oaonui
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Rawhitiroa
Riverlea
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Rowan
Sentry Hill
Strathmore
Takou
Tarata
Tariki
Tarurutangi
Tataraimaka
Taungatara
Tawhiti
Te Kiri
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Tikorangi
Tokaora
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Tuna
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Urenui
Uruti
Waiiti
Waiongana
Waipapa
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Waitoetoe
Waitoriki
Waitui
Warea
Whakamara
Wharehuia
Whareroa
Te
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Fraser
Road
Cape Egmont
Pariokariwa Point
Gairloch
CONSERVATION
AREA
MT MESSENGER
CONSERVATION
AREA
TANGITU
CONSERVATION
AREA
URUTI
CONSERVATION
AREA
POUIATOA
CONSERVATION
AREA
TARAMOUKOU
CONSERVATION
AREA
MATIRANGI
CONSERVATIO
AREA
REREKINO
CONSERVATION
AREA
KAPARA
CONSERVATION
AREA
TARERE
CONSERVATION
AREA
RIMUNUI
CONSERVATION
AREA
WAITIRI
CONSERVATION
AREA
HUIROA
CONSERVATION
AREA
AUTAWA
CONSERVATION
AREA
TUIHU
CONSERVATION
AREA
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Moki
Hinau
Rata
Patete
Tarere
Matai
Tarerepo
Tumai
Mt Pouakai
1400
405
411
344
312
366
532
379
376
Mt Taranaki
(Mt Egmont)
2518
Upper
Kahui
New Plymouth
Coastal Walkway
Heliview
Taranaki
Pukekura
Park
Taranaki’s
Beaches
TSB Bank
Festival of Lights
EGMONT
NATIONAL PARK
New Plymouth
Airport
Surf
Highway 45
Nga Motu/
Sugar Loaf Islands
Manganui
Ski Area
WOMAD
Walking
Tracks
Tawhiti
Museum
Taranaki
Aviation
Transport
& Technology
Museum
Pukeiti
Garden
Hollard
Gardens
EGMONT
NATIONAL PARK
Surfing
Surfing
Mount Taranaki
& Egmont
National Park
MATIRANGI
CONSERVATION
AREA
WHITECLIFFS
CONSERVATION
AREA
REREKINO
CONSERVATION
AREA
The Forgotten
World Highway
North Taranaki Bight
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Mount Taranaki once stood in the centre of the North
Island alongside the mountains of Ruapehu, Tongariro and
Ngauruhoe. Taranaki fell in love with pretty Mount Pihanga
and constantly battled with Tongariro for her heart. After
losing a particularly heated battle Taranaki was banished
to the west, carving the Whanganui River in his wake.
These days the 2518m volcanic peak, which last erupted
in 1755, off ers adventures through untouched bush and
alpine environments. To get the full story head to the
Department of Conservation Visitor Centres at North
Egmont or Dawson Falls mountain access roads, or the
iconic Stratford Mountain House.
Even the drive around the Mountain’s base will connect
you with many of the region’s stories, as well as
welcoming towns, cosy cafes and other points
of interest.
Whatever adventure you choose to have on
mythical Mount Taranaki, be prepared for the
rapidly changing weather conditions.
Like so many great stories,
Taranaki’s begins with a love affair.
Home of
A Mythical Mountain