Mount Maunganui, Sacred volcanic peak in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.
The 232-meter extinct volcano Mauao rises from the ocean, forming a peninsula with beaches on both the harbor and Pacific Ocean sides.
The mountain last erupted 2.35 million years ago, creating a rhyolitic lava dome that stands as part of the Tauranga Volcanic Centre.
The mountain holds deep importance for Māori tribes, who gained ownership in 2008 and now manage it jointly with Tauranga City Council.
Multiple walking tracks lead to the summit, offering different difficulty levels with a typical ascent time between 30 and 60 minutes.
The geological formation created a tombolo, connecting the volcanic peak to the mainland with sandy beaches on both sides.
GPS coordinates: -37.63031,176.17201
Latest update: March 7, 2025 07:38
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