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Kid Sledding on Mt Ruapehu - Visit Ruapehu.jpg Three days of family fun this winter in Ruapehu

Three days of family fun this winter in Ruapehu

Bundled up with cheeks aglow, there’s nothing like a winter getaway to Ruapehu for unforgettable ...

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Couple taking selfie with bike helmets on Timber Trail - Visit Ruapehu.jpg The Ultimate Guide to Cycling and Mountain Biking in Ruapehu

The Ultimate Guide to Cycling and Mountain Biking in Ruapehu

With nearly 500 kms of epic trails to discover including the iconic Timber Trail and Mountains to...

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Family cycling on a wet day on the Timber Trail - Visit Ruapehu.jpg Where To Ride In Ruapehu: The Ultimate Mountain Biking Itinerary

Where To Ride In Ruapehu: The Ultimate Mountain Biking Itinerary

There are nearly 500 kms of mountain bike trails in Ruapehu, this central North Island region is ...

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Family walking dog in Ohakune with Mt Ruapehu in the background - Visit Ruapehu.jpg Family Fun in Ruapehu: From Ohakune and Raetihi to Waimarino - National Park

Family Fun in Ruapehu: From Ohakune and Raetihi to Waimarino - National Park

The air feels crisper and the stars twinkle brighter - there’s just something about Ruapehu that ...

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All tracks in the Tongariro National Park are open except for the Mangatepopo Track.

Access along Mangatepopo Road to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is restricted to registered shuttles only, private vehicles cannot enter this area.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing bookings are now open via the DOC website.

Please hike with care.

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