Taranaki Falls View. Tongariro National Park. New Zealand. - Scenic Overlooks on Waymarking.com

The picturesque falls can be viewed from the Taranaki Falls walking track starting near the Chateau. It is a loop track through beech forest and open tussock and scoria mountain slope, crossing the stream above the falls and descending the cliff to the viewpoint at the base, then returning to the Chateau by following the stream and crossing the lower slopes.
The water cascades over the edge of an ancient lava flow falling into a pool below. The pool is often surrounded by snow in winter when the stream is cold and icy. You can scramble over the rocks and walk behind the waterfall, or simply sit on the wooden bench seat and enjoy the view.

Any time of the year gives awesome views of the volcanoes and surrounding scenic countryside. It is an easy walk on a metaled track with some boardwalk areas, but wear sturdy sensible footwear.

PARKING: Park at the end of Ngauruhoe Tce which turns off Bruce Rd just behind the Chateau and before the Visitor Centre. The track begins at the road end.

Type of overlook: Walk by Picnic tables: no Benches: yes Water/restrooms: no Overlook designation: Designated Elevation: 3,950.00 View: Taranaki Falls, a Waterfall over an ancient Lava Flow on Mt Ruapehu, plus volcanic mountain scenery.

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Date Logged Log User Rating   10/07/2020 Punga and Paua visited it