Alpine tops
Jane Peak, Eyre Mountains
Track.
2 days. Medium. Return by the same track.
Updated
13 March 201313 March 2013.
The Eyre Mountains are located south of Lake Wakatipu, just next to the Mavora Lakes. Jane Peak is the highest mountain in Southland outside of Fiordland -- and presumably a wry reference to the 1847 novel by Charlotte Brontë.
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Mt Richmond Alpine Route
Track.
5 days. Medium. One way.
Updated
26 February 201326 February 2013.
Long route above the bushline in Mt Richmond Forest Park near Nelson.
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Old Ghost Road
Track.
4 – 5 days. Easy/medium. One way.
Updated
22 November 201722 November 2017.
This new trail links the ghost town of Lyell with the Mokihinui River. The first section is open from 2 February 2013.
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Mount Alexander
Track.
2 days. Medium. Return by the same track.
Updated
4 March 20144 March 2014.
A long climb to the summit of Mount Alexander (1958m) on the Kaimata Range. This range lies directly north of the Taramakau River and the highway between Jacksons and Aickens.
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Mt French
Track.
1 day. Easy/medium. Return via same track.
Created
26 October 201226 October 2012.
The track starts approximately 12 km east of Kumara on the Inchbonnie-Kumara Road, or 26 km from Moana following the Lake Brunner Road before turning onto the Inchbonnie-Kumara Road. The route is well marked, passing through mixed lowland rimu forest ...
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Mount Grey / Maukatere
Track.
1 day. Easy/medium. Loop track.
Updated
3 October 20123 October 2012.
A pleasant circuit walk to the summit of Mount Grey.
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Aspiring Flat and Sisyphus Peak
Track.
3 days. Medium. Return via same track.
Updated
29 August 201229 August 2012.
A one and two-half day tramp up the East Matukituki to overnight in Aspiring Flats, with a day trip up Sisyphus Peak via Rainbow Stream. Summer trip only.
Easy to coordinate with transport company, or leave your car over two nights. ...
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Toaroha/Zit Saddle/Kokatahi/Lathrop Saddle/Styx River Route
Track.
3 – 5 days. Medium/hard. Loop track with a road section.
Updated
1 April 20171 April 2017.
Loop track across 2 Westland saddles, taking in some remote huts
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Erewhon Station - Garden Of Eden - Perth River - Whataroa
Track.
5 – 7 days. Hard. One way.
Updated
7 May 20127 May 2012.
Erewhon Station, McCoy Hut, Wee MacGregor Glacier, Garden Of Eden, Adverse Creek, Perth River, Whataroa
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Mt Rolleston- Low Peak (via Rome ridge)
Track.
Medium/hard.
Created
18 March 201218 March 2012.
Track starts off at SH73 (Coral track). Steep ascent through the bush line on a marked track leading you up onto Rome Ridge, which is no longer marked, yet obvious where to go due to sheer drops both sides of ...
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Mt Barrosa
Track.
1 day. Medium. Return by the same track.
Updated
23 October 201823 October 2018.
A volcanic summit (1364m) in the Clent Hills with sweeping views across the Ashburton Lakes basin.
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Temple Valleys Circuit
Track.
2 – 3 days. Medium. Loop track.
Updated
19 April 202019 April 2020.
Tramping the North and South Temple Valleys connecting the two over Gunsight Pass.
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Toaroaha Saddle-Frew Saddle Circuit
Track.
4 – 6 days. Medium. One way.
Updated
13 November 201113 November 2011.
A great tramp in a remote location, crosses two alpine saddles, ice-axes and crampons needed in winter. More information on the DOC website.
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Lewis Pass Tops
Track.
Medium. Return by the same track.
Updated
6 October 20146 October 2014.
A superb track which provides quick access to the open tops of the Lewis Pass.
Allow around 1.5 hours to reach the bushline, 2.5 hours if there is alot of snow.
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Longview Howletts Daphne Circuit
Track.
2 – 3 days. Medium. Loop track with a road section.
Updated
9 June 20119 June 2011.
A circuit in the Ruahines taking in three well equiped huts
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Tihia Track
Track.
Easy/medium. Loop track with a road section.
Updated
31 May 201131 May 2011.
A rough loop track and hard to find. But a worthwhile trip to a summit with good views
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Hauhungatahi Track
Track.
1 day. Easy/medium. Return by the same track.
Updated
9 January 20189 January 2018.
Hauhungatahi, also called Baldy, is the prominent hill just outside National Park. It is in a remote experience zone so this track is not officially maintained.
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Tararua Middle loop
Track.
3 – 5 days. Medium. Loop track.
Updated
25 May 201125 May 2011.
A 4-5 day loop from Otaki Forks following the main ridge of the Tararuas
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Lake Surprise
Track.
1 day. Medium. Return via same track.
Updated
16 April 201116 April 2011.
Walk to Lake Suprise, Mountain Track
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Matiri Valley to Wangapeka Saddle
Track.
4 – 6 days. Medium. One way.
Updated
10 April 201210 April 2012.
An interesting cross country trip in Kahurangi National Park involving a stretch of unmarked ridge travel
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Lees Creek and Coldwater Stream
Track.
2 days. Medium. Loop track with a road section.
Created
4 March 20114 March 2011.
Upper Wairau Valley and Hells Gate
Two day tramp not marked past the Lees Creek hut.
Will need a mtb and a 4WD to leave at the finish and gate fees.
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Longview Makaretu Awatere Circuit
Track.
2 days. Easy/medium. Loop track.
Updated
21 March 201321 March 2013.
2 Day circuit in the Ruahine Forrest park from Moorcock Saddle 3 huts some tops bush and river travel.
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Ruapehu Te Hue Hue Summit
Track.
Medium. Return via same track.
Updated
28 May 201128 May 2011.
Rocky walk in summer leaving from the Knoll Rigde Cafe' for a scramble
up the ridge. great views with very few other walkers.
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Route Guide: Otira to Mt Cook Village (pt 1)
Track.
12 – 21 days. Hard. One way.
Updated
16 May 201116 May 2011.
One possible route down the main divide from Otira on the Arthur's Pass road to Mt Cook Village.
Otira Hotel to the Mountaineer's Bar - file this one under 'tramps starting and ending at a pub'.
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Kuripapango to Poronui
Track.
5 – 6 days. Medium/hard. One way.
Updated
20 August 201820 August 2018.
This 5 day walk goes from the Southern Kawekas up over Mt Meany and through the Harkness Valley to the South Western corner of Kaimanawas. Wouldn't have rated it so difficult if the bush bashing wasn't so hefty on second ...
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Dasler Pinnacles
Track.
2 days. Medium/hard. Return via same track.
Created
15 January 201115 January 2011.
This trail leads from the flat valley floor steeply up to Dasler Biv and beyond the the Pinnacles themselves.
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Mt Glasgow 1424m
Track.
1 – 2 days. Medium. Return via same track.
Updated
18 April 202318 April.
A superb day walk in behind the sleepy village of Seddonville.
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Lake Marian
Track.
Easy/medium. Return via same track.
Updated
6 January 20116 January 2011.
Short walk from the Hollyford Road up to a hanging valley and lake in the Darran Mountains.
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Mitre Peak
Track.
1 – 2 days. Hard. Return via same track.
Created
6 January 20116 January 2011.
Spectacular views of Milford Sound from an iconic peak.
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Mt William (Myras Track)
Track.
1 day. Easy/medium. Return via same track.
Updated
30 May 201130 May 2011.
A short day walk to a stunning spot, with views over the Denniston Plateau and the Buller Gorge.
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