 | This article is written like a travel guide. (March 2009) |
| Tongariro Alpine Crossing | |
|---|---|
 View from the summit over the Emerald Lakes, across the Central Crater, to Blue Lake. Autumn 2004. | |
| Length | 19.4 km (12.1 mi) |
| Location | |
| Trailheads | Mangatepopo Carpark Ketetahi Carpark |
| Use | Hiking |
| Highest point | Red Crater, 1,886 m (6,188 ft) |
| Lowest point | Ketetahi Carpark, 760 m (2,490 ft) |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Website | www |
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing in Tongariro National Park is a tramping track in New Zealand, and is among the most popular day hikes in the country.[1] The Tongariro National Park is a World Heritage site which has the distinction of dual status, as it has been acknowledged for both its natural and cultural significance.[2]
The crossing passes over the volcanic terrain of the multi-cratered active volcano Mount Tongariro, passing the eastern base of Mount Ngauruhoe.
The full distance of the track is usually 19.4-kilometre (12.1 mi).[3][4]
- ^ DuFresne, J. (2006). Tramping in New Zealand. page 84. Lonely Planet Publications Pty Ltd.
- ^ Department of Conservation (2008). Tongariro Alpine Crossing Fact Sheet [brochure]. Department of Conservation, Ruapehu Area Office.
- ^ Cite error: The named reference
alpine_namewas invoked but never defined (see the help page). - ^ tvnz.co.nz: Tongariro ready to be crossed again