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Name: Kamahi Loop Track ('Goblin Forest')
Address: 998 Pembroke Road West, Stratford, Egmont National Park, 4391, New Zealand
Telephone: 06 765 6100

Kamahi Loop Track ('Goblin Forest')

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998 Pembroke Road West, Stratford, Egmont National Park

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Kamahi Loop Track, also known as Goblin Forest, is a magical walk through moss-draped trees and lush native bush on Taranaki Maunga, offering an enchanting rainforest experience for all ages.

Relaxed rooms in a mountain lodge with a restaurant, a bar & a cafe with a terrace.

The Kamahi Loop Track, also known as the Goblin Forest, is a 600m loop on Taranaki Maunga that winds through moss-covered trees, ferns, and native bush. The walk takes around 30 minutes at a leisurely pace and is suitable for most fitness levels.

The track starts just above the Ngati Ruanui Stratford Mountain Lodge (15km along Pembroke Road), with clear signage marking the route. Well-formed paths make the track accessible in all weather.

This loop offers a peaceful and immersive bush experience, perfect for families, nature enthusiasts, and anyone looking to explore the unique forest environment on Taranaki Maunga.

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998 Pembroke Road West, Stratford, Egmont National Park

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