SH1 Closed? Discover Ruapehu Instead!
Heading to your destination but SH1 or the Desert Road is closed? Why not turn the detour into an adventure and make the most of your trip by staying longer in Ruapehu! From stunning hikes and thrilling mountain biking trails to boutique accommodations and local cuisine, there's so much to discover. Ruapehu is more than just a stop along the way—it's a destination that offers the perfect mix of relaxation and exploration. Enjoy your trip as you travel through Ruapehu!
Essential Summer Roady Info
Explore Ruapehu's Scenic Travel Routes:
SH4 Adventure Highway: A picturesque journey through lush landscapes, connecting Taumarunui and Waiouru.
Volcanic Loop Highway: Encircling the Central Plateau, this route offers breathtaking views of the region's volcanic peaks.
Whanganui River Road: A slow travel gem, winding along the historic Whanganui River with serene vistas and cultural landmarks.
Forgotten World Highway: This scenic highway spans approximately 155 kilometers and offers a memorable journey through diverse landscapes, rich history, and a sense of remote adventure. Here's a detailed description of the route from Taumarunui to Stratford.
EV charging stations:
Taumarunui: on Hakiaha Street
National Park Village: GAS Station
Ohakune: New World car park or behind the isite
Fuel stations:
Taumarunui: BP 2go Taumarunui
National Park Village: GAS Station
Ohakune: BP 2go Ohakune
Raetihi: Caltex
Information Centres:
Taumarunui: Railway Station, Hakiaha Street Taumarunui
Ohakune: 54 Clyde Street Ohakune
Groceries:
Stock up for your journey at Taumarunui New World, grab essentials for your outdoor adventure at the GAS Station in National Park Village, or swing by Ohakune New World for everything you need.
Public Toilets:
Town Square, Hakiaha Street
Taumarunui Domain, Turaki Street
Taumarunui Domain, The Esplanade
Cherry Grove, Cherry Grove Road
vRiverside Toilets, State Highway 4, Manunui
I-Site, Railway Station, Hakiaha Street
Ngarimu Street
Kaitieke:
Cycleway toilets, Corner Oio Road & Upper Retaruke Road
Owhango:
State Highway 4
Waimarino - National Park Village
59 Carroll Street
KiwiCamp, Park 'n' Ride, Findlay Street
Ohakune:
Jubilee Park, 51 Clyde Street
Conway Street
Upper Thames Street
Carrot Park, State Highway 49
Raetihi:
SH4 Parapara Road
101 Seddon Street
Ameku Road
Pipiriki:
Pipiriki - Raetihi Road
Ruatiti:
Ruatiti Domain, Ruatiti Road
Tangiwai:
State Highway 49
Waiouru:
State Highway 1
Plan ahead to make the most of your summer detour!
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