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Breast Hill Track

Canterbury · New Zealand

Distance45.6 km (28.3 mi)all 4 sections
Climb3,087 m (10,128 ft)1,943 m (6,375 ft) down
High point1,693 m (5,554 ft)lowest 362 m (1,188 ft)
DOC's time3 daysas DOC publishes it
GradeAdvancedDOC

This track is mapped in 4 separate sections, so there is no single profile or walking time. Climb is added up section by section.

Map

Map: LINZ NZ Topo, Toitū Te Whenua LINZ, CC BY 4.0

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About the track

This hiking track links Ahuriri Valley and Lake Hāwea via Mount Martha Saddle, Tīmaru River and Breast Hill. It's a demanding hike for experienced hikers. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.

Huts on or near the track

Breast Hill Track on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.