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Tongariro is a volcanic mountain complex in the North Island of New Zealand.

It is in the Tongariro National Park and has a height of 1967 metres. It first erupted about 260,000 years ago. It consists of at least 12 cones. Ngauruhoe, while often regarded as a separate mountain, is geologically a vent of Tongariro. Red Crater last erupted ash in 1926 and contains active fumaroles. The popular hiking route called the Tongariro Crossing passes between Tongariro and Ngauruhoe.

The terms Mount Tongariro and Tongariro are used interchangeably.

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Tongariro National ParkTongariro Designation National Park Location North Island New Zealand Nearest City National Park, New Zealand Latitude 39° 12' S Longitude 175° 35' E Area 79598 ha Date of Establishment 1 January 1894 Visitation Governing Body Department of Conservation I

TongariroTongariro is a volcanic mountain complex in the North Island of New Zealand. It is in the Tongariro National Park and has a height of 1967 metres. It first erupted about 260,000 years ago. It consists of at least 12 cones. Ngauruhoe, while often regarded

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