Ohakune is situated at the base of the Southern side of Mount Ruapehu adjacent to the Tongariro World Heritage Park. Its location provides opportunities for both summer and winter tourism, making Ohakune unique in the North Island and potentially poised for considerable growth.

Ohakune is a launching pad for the North Island ski industry and also a service town for the area’s agriculture, horticulture and forestry, which provide the foundation for economic stability. Although the tourism industry is still largely winter based, there is progression towards summer activities and to creating a year round tourist experience.

The area offers numerous outdoor activities as well as snow sports – buses depart daily for access to the world famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing and deliver you back to your doorstep. Also walking in the Tongariro World Heritage Park, golfing, swimming, fishing, kayaking and other water sports. The township of Turangi on Lake Taupo is less than one hour by car and the township of Taupo a further 30 minutes drive.

Ohakune’s friendly, restful and rural atmosphere, with its recognition of cultural diversity, historical heritage and the arts, make it a very pleasant town to visit and use as a base for enjoying all that the Tongariro World Heritage Park offers.