A rahui is in place in parts of Tongariro National Park after a death on Friday

Police say a man became unresponsive while walking the Taranaki Fall Track.

A spokesperson says he sadly died at the scene despite efforts from those with him, and a passerby.

A joint statement from the Department of Conservation, and local hapu says Taranaki Falls and Tama Lakes tracks, are under a rahui until Tuesday.

They ask hikers use alternate tracks to show respect.