Ahukawakawa Swamp, Egmont National Park

#2 among attractions in Egmont National Park

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The Ahukawakawa Swamp is an area of sphagnum bog in Egmont National Park in the Taranaki Region of New Zealand. It was formed approximately 3,500 years ago and is of particular interest to botanists. Over 260 species of higher plant have been recorded there. The area of the swamp is approximately 1 km². ()

Coordinates: 39°15'6"S, 174°2'55"E

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Ahukawakawa Swamp – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mount Taranaki, Pouakai Range, Manganui.

3.2 miS
Iconic, snow-capped volcanic peak
Mount Taranaki, Egmont National Park
82 min walk • Mount Taranaki, also known as Mount Egmont, is a majestic peak that dominates the landscape of the Egmont National Park in New Zealand. This symmetrical stratovolcano, which stands at 2,518 meters, is one of the most perfectly formed volcanoes in the world, often...
2.1 miNW
Volcano
Pouakai Range, Egmont National Park
53 min walk • The Pouakai Range is a mountain range on the North Island of New Zealand, located northwest of Mount Taranaki. It is volcanic in origin, consisting of the remains of an eroded Pleistocene stratovolcano.
4.3 miSE
Winter sport, Ski area
Manganui, Egmont National Park
109 min walk • Manganui Ski Area, located in Taranaki, in New Zealand's North Island is a club skifield. Like all club fields, it has accommodation onsite, in the form of the 33-bed Manganui Lodge.

Ahukawakawa Swamp, Egmont National Park

Facts and practical information

Ahukawakawa Swamp – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Mount Taranaki, Egmont National Park

Pouakai Range, Egmont National Park

Manganui, Egmont National Park