Ruahine Corner to Rangitane Road

Manawatū-Whanganui · New Zealand

Distance18.7 km (11.6 mi)all 6 sections

Climb2,225 m (7,300 ft)1,298 m (4,259 ft) down

High point1,328 m (4,357 ft)lowest 538 m (1,765 ft)

DOC's time4 daysas DOC publishes it

GradeAdvancedDOC

This track is mapped in 6 separate sections, so there is no single profile or walking time. Climb is added up section by section.

Map

Map: LINZ NZ Topo, Toitū Te Whenua LINZ, CC BY 4.0

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About the track

An excellent but strenuous trip in the remote north western Ruahine Forest Park renowned for its scenery and ecological values. Fly in by helicopter and walk out.

Huts on or near the track

Ruahine Corner Hut (1186 m)
Colenso Hut (722 m)
Iron Bark Hut (536 m)
Otukota Hut (634 m)

Ruahine Corner to Rangitane Road on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.