10 October 2026
Cloud about northern faces. Rain developing at night, possibly heavy.
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1 / 16Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki
York Road Loop Track
Explore the remnants of the old Egmont Branch railway quarry complex while walking through native forest.
Distance
5.3 km
Walking time
3 hr
Difficulty
Easy
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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York Road Loop Track on the map
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About York Road Loop Track
The track follows part of the old Egmont Branch Railway Line and old service road which was constructed in 1901 to provide metal for early Taranaki roads, walkways and the rocks for Port Taranaki. It is best walked in a clockwise direction and passes ten numbered sites of interest along the way.
Getting there for York Road Loop Track
From Stratford, head north along SH3 for 6 km, turning left into York Road. The track starts at the end of the York Road. Use this lo c ation 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 York Road Loop Track
No dogs.
Before you walk York Road Loop Track
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.