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Ohakune

Ohakune, known as the ‘carrot capital’ of New Zealand, is a base for adventures in the Tongariro National Park.

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First settled by the Ngati Rangi (Sky People) and Ngati Uenuku (Rainbow People), Ohakune is the southern gateway to the Tongariro National Park. The ski fields of Mount Ruapehu are close by, so the town is well-equipped with accommodation, restaurants and snow-related retailers. During the warmer months, Ohakune looks after those who come to hike and climb in the national park. Other local adventure activities include mountain biking, white water rafting, horse riding and canoeing. Ohakune is also known as a market gardening area. The 10 metre carrot that welcomes you to the town is unforgettable, and every year in early August there’s a lively carrot festival.
Functional facts: Approx. population 1500, i-SITE Visitor Centre, train station.

Ruapehu i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Visitor Information Centre in Ohakune
Providing a Visitor Information Service for visitors to the Ruapehu Region. Our friendly staff will help you with booking accommodation and activities throughout New Zealand.

In Ohakune:

Other towns near Ohakune by road:

Raetihi (16 minutes)
Waiouru (23 minutes)
National Park (31 minutes)

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Ohakune does not have scheduled passenger air services.

The nearest airport is in Wanganui (95 minutes)

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