Avalanche Peak Track
Arthur's Pass, South Island
Distance
7 km
Elevation Gain
1100 m
Duration
6-7 hours
Difficulty
Hard
Arthur's Pass National Park's most challenging day walk ascends steeply through beech forest to an exposed alpine summit with 360° views of the Southern Alps and valleys.
Best Season: Nov-April (summer only, dangerous in winter)
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Track Highlights
- Steep, challenging climb through forest
- Exposed alpine ridge walking
- 360-degree Southern Alps views
- Summit at 1833m
- Crow River and Otira valleys panorama
- Alpine flora and fauna