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Gertrude Saddle Route

Southland · New Zealand

Distance4.3 km (2.7 mi)along the line
Climb623 m (2,044 ft)11 m (36 ft) down
High point1,409 m (4,623 ft)lowest 794 m (2,605 ft)
DOC's time4-6 hras DOC publishes it
Walking time2 h 7 minone way, moving, our estimate
GradeExpertDOC

Elevation profile

1409 m 794 m 0 km4.3 km

Map

Map: LINZ Topo50, Toitū Te Whenua LINZ, CC BY 4.0

Pink: the track. Green dot: the start.

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About the track

Gertrude Saddle includes rocky alpine terrain and should only be attempted by experienced hikers and in good weather. Wet weather, snow or ice create treacherous conditions in any season.

Gertrude Saddle Route on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.