Mt Ruapehu Live Webcam 24x7
Experience real-time views from Ohakune, New Zealand
Experience real-time views from Ohakune, New Zealand
Our 24/7 webcam offers stunning views of Mt Ruapehu from Ohakune, allowing you to check current conditions, monitor weather patterns, and experience the beauty of New Zealand's iconic volcano from anywhere in the world. The live HD player above now includes camera controls, plus a live radio stream from PeakFM — the Central Plateau's local station. You can also watch this camera on our dedicated Mt Ruapehu Turoa webcam page.
The webcam is currently active and streaming. Best visibility is typically between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM NZST, with limited visibility at night depending on moonlight and mountain illumination.
Take control of the view! Use the dropdown above the player to instantly move the camera to your favourite view — no login or chat commands needed. There is approximately a 30-second delay in the live stream, so allow a moment for the camera to move.
Tip: For the most immersive experience, use the full screen button in the video player controls and turn up the volume to enjoy the live PeakFM radio stream.
Many of the camera views are named after runs and facilities on the mountain — Alpine Meadow, Park Lane, High Noon, The Giant and the Wintergarden. Use the map to see where each one is looking.
Our original 24/7 YouTube live stream is still running as a secondary option. It shows the same camera, so it's handy if you want to cast to a TV, watch in the YouTube app, or keep the stream playing in the background. Note that camera control is only available from the player at the top of this page.
Standing at 2,797 meters (9,177 ft), Mt Ruapehu is the highest point on New Zealand's North Island and hosts the country's largest ski areas. As an active volcano, it creates its own weather patterns and offers ever-changing views throughout the year.
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View All Ohakune PropertiesOur Mt Ruapehu webcam stream provides continuous live footage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The stream is updated in real-time, allowing you to see current conditions at any moment.
Use the dropdown above the live player at the top of this page to switch between preset views — wide mountain panoramas, close-ups of the summit, the Turoa ski area and its chairlifts, the Turoa Mountain Road, and the Big Carrot. The old YouTube chat commands (!ptz) have been retired; camera control now happens right on this page, no login required.
The live audio is the radio stream provided by PeakFM, the Central Plateau's local station. Tune in for local music, news, and updates from the Ohakune community.
Yes! During the winter months (June to October), the webcam provides excellent views of snow conditions on Mt Ruapehu. You can see fresh snowfall, groomed ski areas, and general weather conditions at Turoa Ski Field.
The webcam is mounted on one of our holiday houses in Ohakune, situated at the southern base of Mt Ruapehu. This location provides an unobstructed view of the mountain's southern face, including the Turoa ski area.
Mt Ruapehu creates its own weather systems due to its significant height (2,797 meters). The mountain can become obscured by clouds, fog, or precipitation. These changing conditions are part of the dynamic mountain environment and demonstrate why checking the webcam before heading to the mountain is so valuable.
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