RidgeflowPearl Harbour to Back Valley Hut Track
Southland · New Zealand
Distance22.5 km (14 mi)all 5 sections
Climb534 m (1,752 ft)481 m (1,578 ft) down
High point542 m (1,778 ft)lowest 179 m (587 ft)
DOC's time4-5 hr return to hutas DOC publishes it
GradeAdvancedDOC
This track is mapped in 5 separate sections, so there is no single profile or walking time. Climb is added up section by section.
Map
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About the track
A hiking track leading through beech forest to Back Valley Hut near Manapouri, with a side trip option to peaceful Lake Rakatu.
Huts on or near the track
- Hope Arm Hut (182 m)
- Back Valley Hut (193 m)
Pearl Harbour to Back Valley Hut Track on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.