Walking tracks lead through the forest-covered slopes of the mountain.
The landscape of Mount Taranaki changes as you gain altitude. At lower levels you'll walk through tall rimu and kamahi trees; the mountain's middle slopes are covered with gnarled 'Goblin Forest'; higher levels lead through subalpine shrubs to alpine herb fields. The network of walking tracks is vast – you can hike for 300 kilometres without leaving the park. Even if summer, be prepared for sudden weather changes.
Photo credit: R. Henderson © Department of Conservation 2004
Taranaki