Aorangi Crossing
Wellington · New Zealand
Distance24.6 km (15.3 mi)along the line
Climb1,897 m (6,224 ft)1,656 m (5,433 ft) down
High point728 m (2,388 ft)lowest 20 m (66 ft)
DOC's time2-3 daysas DOC publishes it
Walking time9 h 19 minone way, moving, our estimate
GradeAdvancedDOC
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About the track
Cross the Aorangi Range from Putangirua Pinnacles to Cape Palliser.
Huts on or near the track
- Kawakawa Hut (98 m)
- Washpool Hut (249 m)
- Mangatoetoe Hut (98 m)
- Pararaki Hut (205 m)
Aorangi Crossing on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.