Where is it? Kahurangi National Park, Nelson Tasman and West Coast regions.
Terrain Well-formed and well-marked track. All major stream and river crossings are bridged.
Good to know Four-day hike. Climb to Flanaghans Corner, the highest point at 915m
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HEAPHY TRACK
before descending to Heaphy River. 1080 operation at times and some track sections will close. As one of New Zealand’s Great Walks, this track is very popular and all huts must be booked in advance especially from late October to late April. From 1 May to 30 November mountain bikers also use this track. See page 11 for full track overview.
4 days/3 nights; 78.4km
Intermediate tramping track
Medium fitness required
No dogs
TRACK OVERVIEW One end of the track is near Collingwood, Golden Bay. The first day starts at Brown Hut. Hike up to Aorere Shelter and enjoy views over the valley. The viewpoint at Flanaghans Corner is the highest point (915m). On the next day you’ll walk through areas of tussock and beech trees. Enjoy the expansive tussocklands of Gouland Downs and views of the Tasman Sea and Heaphy River. On the third day, descend to the Heaphy River then continue through native forest. Approaching the river mouth, there are more nīkau palms and the sound of the ocean on the wild West Coast. On the last day follow the track along the rugged coastline and pass through native forests. Pass Crayfish Point (tidal) and rest at Scotts Beach. Climb over Kohaihai Bluff and continue along by the river until the Kohaihai car park (near Karamea, north of Westport).
TRACK OVERVIEW
Friendly Camp IN THE HEART of Collingwood
A well-marked trail that offers great views and all sorts of botanical and geological curiosities. Sometimes it’s referred to as Marble Mountain because this is limestone country which means you’ll find all sorts of interesting shapes in the rocks. With the highest point 950m above sea level, on a clear day the views are breathtaking; looking east you’ll see out to the Tasman Mountains in Kahurangi National Park as well as across to Tākaka Valley and Golden Bay.
Collingwood Holiday Park
COLLINGWOOD HOLIDAY PARK Cabins and camping options Toilet/shower & laundry facilities • Internet access Equipped kitchens and TV room Tennis courts • Recycling • Pets by arrangement only
Do remember that this track is on private land, so please be respectful.
6 William Street, Collingwood 7073 • Golden Bay • E: info@collingwoodholidaypark.co.nz
BOOK NOW: www.collingwoodholidaypark.co.nz • P: 03 524 8149
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Tasman St, Collingwood, Golden Bay
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