Mangawhero Falls Waterfall
Tall waterfall in Wellington region, scenic view
Tall waterfall near Ohakune reachable by a marked track through native bush. Visitors hike to viewpoints, photograph the plunge and combine the walk with Tongariro region activities.
Mangawhero Falls at a Glance#
How to Get to Mangawhero Falls#
Mangawhero Falls is accessed from Forestry or park roads in the Wellington Region. Visitors typically drive from nearby towns and follow signposted tracks to the falls; check local conservation authority maps for car-parking locations and track conditions.
Tips for Visiting Mangawhero Falls#
- The track can be muddy after rain; check local conditions before starting out.
- Photographers should bring a telephoto to compress the falls against the surrounding bush and rock faces.
- Combine a visit with a longer walk in the Tongariro or central North Island forests depending on location.
Best Time to Visit Mangawhero Falls#
Summer to early autumn is best for access and comfort at Mangawhero Falls.
Weather & Climate near Mangawhero Falls#
Mangawhero Falls's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -3°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1918 mm/year), wettest in August.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 6° - 19° | 12° | 161 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 6° - 19° | 12° | 126 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 5° - 16° | 10° | 118 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 2° - 12° | 4° | 105 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -1° - 8° | 0° | 173 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -2° - 5° | -3° | 143 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -3° - 4° | -4° | 153 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -3° - 5° | -4° | 214 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -1° - 8° | -1° | 183 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 1° - 11° | 2° | 164 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 2° - 14° | 5° | 191 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 4° - 17° | 11° | 187 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
