Mount Ruapehu, the highest peak on New Zealand’s North Island, is an active volcano within Tongariro National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It has glaciers and a crater lake that can cause lahars during eruptions. On its slopes lies Whakapapa, the country’s largest ski field, which also features the Sky Waka gondola offering stunning views of the volcanic landscapes. The Whakapapa village and ski area are popular year-round for skiing, hiking, and sightseeing. Together, they create one of

Mount Ruapehu death: Local iwi place rāhui over ski area

Ruapehu crater, 1945 | Historic volcanic activity | Te Ara Encyclopedia of New Zealand

A Satellite Eye on Mount Ruapehu