Mount Doom (Mount Ngauruhoe)
Mount Doom (Mount Ngauruhoe) in Tongariro, New Zealand is a filming location for The Lord of the Rings (2001). It appears on screen as Mount Doom.
Location Names
Mount Ngauruhoe
Mount Doom
About This Location
Visit the active volcano that served as the fiery Mount Doom in Mordor.
Featured In
The Lord of the Rings
Filming Details
Filming Period
2000-2001
Areas Used
Volcanic slopes, crater area (CGI enhanced)
Detailed Scene Information
Production Notes & Behind-the-Scenes Details
Active volcano used with extensive digital effects for Mordor landscape
• Director's commentary on location choice
• Cast interviews about filming here
• Technical challenges and solutions
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Location Details
Address
Tongariro National Park
Tongariro, New Zealand
Visiting Mount Doom (Mount Ngauruhoe)
Opening Hours
24/7 park access, guided tours available
Entry Fees
Free park entry, tour costs vary
Accessibility
Challenging terrain, experienced hikers only
Travel Information
4 hours from Auckland, 1 hour from Taupō. Multiple accommodation options nearby.
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Mount Doom (Mount Ngauruhoe) Filming Locations
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