A one-way day hike of about 19.4 km across the volcanic terrain of Tongariro National Park, between Mangatepopo and Ketetahi. The trail passes craters and coloured lakes below Mount Ngauruhoe, with a steep climb to Red Crater and a loose scree descent.
Highlights
- Red Crater
- Emerald Lakes
- Mount Ngauruhoe views
Good to know
- 19.4 km one way, about 6–8 hours
- Shuttle needed; Mangatepopo parking limited to 4 hours
- Steep, slippery scree descent below Red Crater
