path nr.36 from Rother Wanderführer, Neuseeland
OSM map layer · LineString
-42.94, 171.55 · rel 6048349
-42.94, 171.55 · rel 6048349
Avalanche Peak
8,1 km from start to finish through alpine terrain and mountains.
Canterbury · -42.94°N ·
171.55°E
8,1km
Distance
moderate
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
35
views
1
Viewpoints
01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Alpine Terrain
Mountains
Urban Area
Summit
1× viewpoint
Quiet area
Uncrowded
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 5 points along the route
What will you encounter?
1× summit
1× viewpoint
3× monument
Avalanche Peak
summit ·
on the route
0,0 km
0%
Bridal Veil Falls lookout
viewpoint ·
487 m off route
7,8 km
96%
Ōtira Tunnel
monument ·
68 m off route
8,1 km
100%
The Midland Railway
monument ·
68 m off route
8,1 km
100%
Arthur's Pass Railway Station
monument ·
88 m off route
8,1 km
100%
04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Start
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Avalanche Peak is 8.1 km long.
At an average walking pace, Avalanche Peak takes approximately 2h 2min to complete.
No, Avalanche Peak is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Avalanche Peak starts near coordinates -42.9421, 171.5372.
Avalanche Peak is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.