…James K. Baxter, one of New Zealand's most celebrated poets and an early 'alternative lifestyler'. Main Centres in the Ruapehu Region Desert Road, RangipoDesert Ruapehu Photographer: David Wall (www.davidWallPhoto.com) * Ohakune - apres-ski centre for region * Taumarunui - largest town and the…
…the Volcanic Loop and visiting the Whakapapa Visitor Centre, Tangiwai Disaster Memorial, Waiouru Army Museum, Tongariro National Trout Centre, RangipoDesert and the Tokaanu Hot Pools * Climbing to the summit of the North Island’s highest mountain, Mt Ruapehu to view the crater. Information…
…scenery in the Ruapehu region stems from the massive three-pack of volcanoes that dominates the landscape. The volcanoes are responsible for the deserts, the lakes, the rivers and the thermal springs. Come in summer and appreciate the beauty of the region's rivers, particularly the Whanganui,…