RidgeflowKaituna Valley Packhorse Hut Track
Canterbury · New Zealand
Distance3.7 km (2.3 mi)along the line
Climb427 m (1,401 ft)10 m (33 ft) down
High point456 m (1,496 ft)lowest 40 m (131 ft)
DOC's time1 hr 20 minas DOC publishes it
Walking time1 h 38 minone way, moving, our estimate
GradeIntermediateDOC
Elevation profile
Map
Pink: the track. Green dot: the start. Orange: huts.
About the track
The walk to Packhorse Hut can be enjoyed as a half day walk but is also a great overnight hike for families with children and new hikers.
Huts on or near the track
- Packhorse Hut (456 m, bookable)
Kaituna Valley Packhorse Hut Track on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.