National Park · New Zealand
Tongariro National Park
Tongariro National Park is a national park in New Zealand, covering 196,686 acres (79,596 ha), established in 1887.
National Park · New Zealand
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Park facts
| Park type | National Park |
|---|---|
| Location | New Zealand |
| Area | 196,686 acres (79,596 ha) |
| Established | 1887 |
| Coordinates | 39.2000° S, 175.5833° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
About Tongariro National Park
Tongariro National Park (; Māori: [tɔŋaɾiɾɔ]), located in the central North Island, is the oldest national park in New Zealand and the sixth national park established in the world. It has been recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for its mixed cultural and natural values. The active volcanic mountains Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe, and Tongariro are located in the centre of the park. Three ski fields operate from the slopes of Mount Ruapehu, and the park is also a popular recreation area for hiking, fishing, hunting and other outdoor pursuits.
Description from the park's Wikipedia article (CC BY-SA), linked in the sources below.
Planning your visit
What to do
Airports near this park
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- Taupo Airport (TUO) · Taupo, New Zealand · 41.7 miles away
- Wanganui Airport (WAG) · Wanganui, New Zealand · 60.6 miles away
- Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) · Napier, New Zealand · 71.2 miles away
Parks nearby
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tongariro National Park?
Tongariro National Park is in New Zealand (39.2000° S, 175.5833° E).
When was Tongariro National Park established?
Tongariro National Park was established in 1887, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
How big is Tongariro National Park?
Tongariro National Park covers 196,686 acres (79,596 ha).
Sources
- https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q202845 — Wikidata (CC0) — name, country, coordinates, area, established year, highest point where stated.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tongariro_National_Park — Wikipedia article — description (CC BY-SA).