Putauaki, Volcanic summit in Whakatāne District, New Zealand.
Putauaki rises to an elevation of 821 meters and stands as the easternmost vent of the Taupo Volcanic Zone in the Bay of Plenty region.
The mountain formed through volcanic activity, creating a dacite cone that became a primary geographical marker for the region's development and navigation.
Local Māori tribes maintain strong connections to Putauaki, incorporating the mountain into their traditional stories and regional identity.
Visitors can access the summit through established hiking trails, with the mountain located 3 kilometers east of Kawerau and 50 kilometers east of Rotorua.
The King of the Mountain race occurred annually from 1955 to 2020, drawing participants to climb the mountain's steep slopes for charitable causes.
Location: Whakatāne District
Elevation above the sea: 821 m
GPS coordinates: -38.10690,176.73991
Latest update: March 4, 2025 04:07
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