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Matiu/Somes Island Loop Track

Wellington · New Zealand

Distance2.8 km (1.7 mi)along the line
Climb59 m (194 ft)58 m (190 ft) down
High point48 m (157 ft)lowest 18 m (59 ft)
DOC's time40 minas DOC publishes it
Walking time48 minone way, moving, our estimate
GradeEasyDOC

Elevation profile

48 m 18 m 0 km2.8 km

Map

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

Pink: the track. Blue: campsites.

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About the track

A loop track around Matiu/Somes Island offers 360 degree views of Wellington harbour - with native wildlife, remnants from the world wars, historic quarantine buildings, and a lighthouse, there is plenty to keep kids interested.

Campsites

Matiu/Somes Island Loop Track on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.