RidgeflowEllis Basin Route
Tasman · New Zealand
Distance18.5 km (11.5 mi)all 2 sections
Climb1,022 m (3,353 ft)1,684 m (5,525 ft) down
High point1,775 m (5,823 ft)lowest 242 m (794 ft)
DOC's time2 daysas DOC publishes it
GradeExpertDOC
This track is mapped in 2 separate sections, so there is no single profile or walking time. Climb is added up section by section.
Map
Pink: the track. Orange: huts.
About the track
Enjoy extensive views of the Ellis Basin and the surrounding mountains on this track to Ellis Hut.
Huts on or near the track
- Ellis Hut (1112 m)
- Mt Arthur Hut (1290 m, bookable)
Ellis Basin Route on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.