Pouākai Circuit

Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki, Taranaki, New Zealand / Aotearoa

14.9 miles (23.9 km) · 5,416 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Pouākai Circuit is a 14.9-mile loop route in Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki, Taranaki, New Zealand / Aotearoa, gaining 5,416 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 3.1 miles gaining 1,379 feet at an average 17.1% grade. Only 32% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route both opens and finishes with a climb.