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Ridge Track, Tongariro National Park

4.2
#9 of 12 in Trails in Tongariro National Park
Hiking Trail · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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  • By Granable44
    Good track,views are worth the effort to hike up the track. 30 minutes up & 10 minutes to come down.  more »
  • By Darryn G
    This short walk up through the bush out onto a tussock field is a good way to fill in an hour. It doesn't really go anywhere as such but is a nice easy stroll.  more »
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