Mount Damper Falls Waterfall
Impressive waterfall set in Taranaki native forest
Mount Damper Falls at a Glance#
Address: Mount Damper Falls area, Taranaki region, New Zealand
How to Get to Mount Damper Falls#
Access is via regional roads near Stratford and inland tracks; local signage and DOC information sheets provide directions to car parks and the walking track. Best checked with local visitor centres in Taranaki for current track status.
Tips for Visiting Mount Damper Falls#
- Access on foot requires a moderate hike with some steep sections-wear sturdy footwear.
- Check local DOC (Department of Conservation) resources for track conditions and any flood advisories before heading out.
- Combine with a visit to nearby Stratford for supplies and café options.
Best Time to Visit Mount Damper Falls#
Best from spring through early autumn for track conditions and pleasant weather.
Spring (Sep-Nov)
September-November · 5-18°C
Good for waterfalls and fresh growth; bush is lush after winter rains.
Summer (Dec-Feb)
December-February · 12-25°C
Warmer weather for hiking; busier with local visitors.
Weather & Climate near Mount Damper Falls#
Climate
Mount Damper Falls's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 3°C to 22°C. Heavy rainfall (2044 mm/year), wettest in June.
Air Quality:
AQI 26
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 11° - 22° | 17° | 163 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 11° - 22° | 17° | 99 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 10° - 21° | 15° | 160 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 8° - 18° | 13° | 144 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 5° - 15° | 8° | 168 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 4° - 12° | 5° | 215 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 3° - 12° | 5° | 158 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 4° - 12° | 6° | 174 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 5° - 14° | 7° | 184 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 7° - 16° | 11° | 195 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 9° - 18° | 13° | 183 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 201 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |