Mangorei Road - Pouakai Tarns (Mangorei Track) [04/03/2017]
near Korito, Taranaki (New Zealand)
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Route from the end of the Mangorei Road to the Pouakai Tarns, the Pouakai Plateau (Pouakai Plateau), passing the Mangorei Track to the Pouakai Hut, and the Pouakai Track to the small lakes at the beginning, and undoing the same path to the return
The route begins at the end of the Mangorei Road, a well-paved two-way road that ends just at the point where the route begins. In fact, residents of the area can continue a bit more by car on a sand road, but it is totally forbidden to park after the end of the paved road, as indicated by the posters. To park, you have to do it next to the road, as there are no parking lots. At this same point there is another informative poster indicating the distance and time of the Mangorei Track, which leads to the Pouakai Hut, and another similar poster appears when the sand road ends and the path begins, where none car can pass on it. All the way from this point to the Pouakai Hut passes through a very well cared wooden walkway with many steps, taking into account that the path climbs up; Only in a very specific area are the roots of the trees or the rocks to take advantage of some stretch of wood. Along the way, and as it is taking over, as the presence of low clouds makes vision difficult, you can see very good views of the northern slope of the Egmont National Park, as well as the extension of forests, fields and towns in the distance. The strange and inclined shapes of the trees on the slope, which make up a curious landscape, indicate the harsh climatic conditions of the mountain. Continuing along the Mangorei Track, the Pouakai Hut can be seen in the distance, located in a privileged location. Thus, once you make a last climb, you reach the Pouakai Hut, a refuge for paying about 16 beds with mattresses. Here are the footbridges and wooden steps. About 300 meters from the refuge, you reach the end of the Mangorei Track, intersection with the Pouakai Track that is at an elevated point of the Pouakai plateau. Leaving the path to the left in the direction of the Maude Peak, you descend to the Pouakai Tarns, small mountain lakes that are known for their photoogenesis to be photographed reflecting the Taranaki volcano, which rises just in front; There are several, but the thickest one is the one that reflects most of the volcano. In this case, the clouds around the summit of the volcano, which are very frequent, prevented the beginning to be able to see it whole. Even so, after a long wait, the wind made the clouds disappear and the entire volcano could be observed without any hindrance; The same wind, however, also moved the water of the small lake, so that it lost the mirror effect. The stage at this point is impressive, and the majesty of the volcano imposes on anyone.
After enjoying the views, take the way back going exactly the same way of going. Without the low clouds at the beginning, in this case we have been able to enjoy new views that had gone unnoticed in the rise to the lakes.
It is a very well-adapted route with wooden footpaths and steps all the way to the refuge, with a clear and hassle-free road from the refuge. Signaling is also very good, and there is no loss possible if the directions are followed. Aside from the views of Egmont National Park along the way, it is worthwhile to take the route to see the conjunction of the lakes with the Taranaki volcano. It is a fantastic image and, if you are lucky to enjoy a day without clouds or wind, the image is postal. Most of the path runs through the forest through a lush path and well adapted, so there is a lot of sun protection.
The route begins at the end of the Mangorei Road, a well-paved two-way road that ends just at the point where the route begins. In fact, residents of the area can continue a bit more by car on a sand road, but it is totally forbidden to park after the end of the paved road, as indicated by the posters. To park, you have to do it next to the road, as there are no parking lots. At this same point there is another informative poster indicating the distance and time of the Mangorei Track, which leads to the Pouakai Hut, and another similar poster appears when the sand road ends and the path begins, where none car can pass on it. All the way from this point to the Pouakai Hut passes through a very well cared wooden walkway with many steps, taking into account that the path climbs up; Only in a very specific area are the roots of the trees or the rocks to take advantage of some stretch of wood. Along the way, and as it is taking over, as the presence of low clouds makes vision difficult, you can see very good views of the northern slope of the Egmont National Park, as well as the extension of forests, fields and towns in the distance. The strange and inclined shapes of the trees on the slope, which make up a curious landscape, indicate the harsh climatic conditions of the mountain. Continuing along the Mangorei Track, the Pouakai Hut can be seen in the distance, located in a privileged location. Thus, once you make a last climb, you reach the Pouakai Hut, a refuge for paying about 16 beds with mattresses. Here are the footbridges and wooden steps. About 300 meters from the refuge, you reach the end of the Mangorei Track, intersection with the Pouakai Track that is at an elevated point of the Pouakai plateau. Leaving the path to the left in the direction of the Maude Peak, you descend to the Pouakai Tarns, small mountain lakes that are known for their photoogenesis to be photographed reflecting the Taranaki volcano, which rises just in front; There are several, but the thickest one is the one that reflects most of the volcano. In this case, the clouds around the summit of the volcano, which are very frequent, prevented the beginning to be able to see it whole. Even so, after a long wait, the wind made the clouds disappear and the entire volcano could be observed without any hindrance; The same wind, however, also moved the water of the small lake, so that it lost the mirror effect. The stage at this point is impressive, and the majesty of the volcano imposes on anyone.
After enjoying the views, take the way back going exactly the same way of going. Without the low clouds at the beginning, in this case we have been able to enjoy new views that had gone unnoticed in the rise to the lakes.
It is a very well-adapted route with wooden footpaths and steps all the way to the refuge, with a clear and hassle-free road from the refuge. Signaling is also very good, and there is no loss possible if the directions are followed. Aside from the views of Egmont National Park along the way, it is worthwhile to take the route to see the conjunction of the lakes with the Taranaki volcano. It is a fantastic image and, if you are lucky to enjoy a day without clouds or wind, the image is postal. Most of the path runs through the forest through a lush path and well adapted, so there is a lot of sun protection.
Waypoints
Information point
1,821 ft
Cartell d'inici de la Mangorei Track
Cartell d'inici de la Mangorei Track
Panorama
3,527 ft
Vista des de la vessant nord de l'Egmont National Park
Vista des de la vessant nord de l'Egmont National Park
Panorama
3,602 ft
Vista des de la vessant nord de l'Egmont National Park
Vista des de la vessant nord de l'Egmont National Park
Panorama
3,642 ft
Paisatge amb troncs deformats per les condicions meteorològiques
Paisatge amb troncs deformats per les condicions meteorològiques
Information point
4,101 ft
Cartell informatiu sobre el Hangatahua River i els voltants
Cartell informatiu sobre el Hangatahua River i els voltants
Panorama
3,967 ft
Vista dels Pouakai Tarns i del Maude Peak (emboirat)
Vista dels Pouakai Tarns i del Maude Peak (emboirat)
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