10 October 2026
Cloud about northern faces. Rain developing at night, possibly heavy.
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Maude Track to Mangakotukutuku Falls
Maude Track leads from the end of Maude Road to the pretty Mangakotukutuku Falls.
Distance
5.6 km
Walking time
3 hours return
Difficulty
Advanced
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Mount Egmont National Park forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 9:23 pm
11 October 2026
Showers, possibly heavy with thunderstorms and snow to 2000 metres, easing in the morning and clearing in the afternoon. Cloud remaining about western faces.
12 October 2026
A few showers, more persistent in the morning and afternoon.
13 October 2026
Showers, some possibly heavy.
14 October 2026
Showers.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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About Maude Track to Mangakotukutuku Falls
From the road end, the track crosses farmland to the boundary of Egmont National Park. From here it climbs a spur on the Pouakai Range, arriving finally at the Mangakotukutuku Falls. A Māori oven can be found just below the junction of the Falls track on the true left side. Care must be taken not to disturb this archaeological feature.
Essential information for Maude Track to Mangakotukutuku Falls
When crossing farmland please respect private property, leave gates as you find them and stay on the route.
Getting there for Maude Track to Mangakotukutuku Falls
Follow Kent Road from State Highway 3 south of New Plymouth. Turn right onto Maude Road and follow it to the end. There is limited car parking available. Use this location in google maps to find your way there.
Helpful resources
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz . We recommend trying these online learning tools: Trip Planning Tramping / field Skills Basic Navigation River Safety Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel .
Dog access for Maude Track to Mangakotukutuku Falls
No dogs.
Before you walk Maude Track to Mangakotukutuku Falls
Track information, access and weather can change. Confirm current alerts and land-manager information close to departure, tell someone your plans, and carry equipment appropriate for the route and conditions.