Rangitoto Island summit, Volcanic summit in Auckland Region, New Zealand.
The peak rises 260 meters above sea level, featuring rough volcanic terrain with steps leading through fields of black lava rocks.
The formation of Rangitoto Island occurred 600 years ago through a series of volcanic eruptions, making it the newest volcano in the Auckland field.
The summit path contains interpretive signs that explain the geological processes and Maori settlement history dating back to the volcanic emergence.
The summit track extends 3.9 kilometers from the ferry terminal, requiring approximately two hours to complete the round trip journey.
Multiple lava caves lie 200 meters below the summit, forming natural tunnels through the volcanic rock that visitors can explore.
Location: Auckland Region
Elevation above the sea: 260 m
GPS coordinates: -36.78774,174.85806
Latest update: March 4, 2025 15:54
New Zealand provides photographic subjects ranging from the Southern Alps to sand beaches on both coastlines. The landscape includes thermal springs in Rotorua, glaciers like Franz Josef and Tasman, and fjords in Fiordland. Mount Cook dominates the alpine region while the Coromandel Peninsula holds beaches including Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing traverses volcanic terrain and Mount Taranaki rises above Taranaki. Coastal formations like the Moeraki Boulders, Split Apple Rock and Nugget Point demonstrate geological variety. Natural waterfalls including Purakaunui Falls and Whangarei Falls sit among native forests. Cultural sites complement the natural geography. The Hobbiton Movie Set near Matamata displays the film location from the Tolkien adaptation. Larnach Castle near Dunedin represents colonial architecture. Te Puia and Wai-O-Tapu demonstrate geothermal activity with geysers and colored pools. Waitomo Caves contains glowworm caverns. Lake Tekapo offers clear night skies for stargazing. Viewpoints like Roy's Peak near Wanaka and Queenstown Hill sit above lake landscapes. Remote regions including Cape Reinga at the northern tip and Cape Palliser in the Wairarapa show different coastal environments. The Forgotten World Highway crosses historic mountain country on the North Island.
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