Gillespie Pass Circuit
Mount Aspiring, South Island
Distance
58 km
Elevation Gain
1600 m
Duration
3-4 days
Difficulty
Hard
A challenging alpine circuit through Mount Aspiring National Park featuring high alpine passes, pristine wilderness, turquoise rivers, and spectacular mountain views.
Best Season: Dec-March
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Track Highlights
- Gillespie Pass at 1490m
- Turquoise Siberia Stream
- Young Valley glacier views
- Alpine tussock basins
- Remote wilderness setting
- Challenging river crossings