Looking at a swamp covered in toetoe in Tongariro National Park. Toetoe, also known as Cortaderia toetoe, is a type of native tussock grass. It’s characterized by its long, feathery plumes that can reach heights of up to 3 meters (9.8 feet) or more. The plumes are often used in traditional Māori weaving and crafts.
The snow capped peak of Mount Ruapehu can be seen clearly above areas of forest, tussock, and ancient lava...
View of Turoa Ski Field Car Park behind a small lake on the side of Mount Ruapehu. During winter,...
Mount Ngauruhoe comes into view on State Highway 47 in Tongariro National Park. The volcano is part of the...
The Tongariro Crossing is an alpine walk located in the center of New Zealand’s North Island. It is often...
In view is the small town of Ohakune with Mount Ruapehu in the background. Ohakune is a great base...
While much of the landscape around Mount Ruapehu consists of low scrub and tussock, there are also some tracts...
This section of the Mangawhero Falls Walk uses a boardwalk in order to navigate an area of tarns. Tarns...
View of Lake Rotoaira with Mount Tongariro in the background. In view is plume of white hot steam erupting...
