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OSM map layer · LineString
-42.94, 171.37 · rel 17505914
-42.94, 171.37 · rel 17505914
The Three Passes
55,9 km from start to finish through alpine terrain and mountains.
West Coast · -42.94°N ·
171.37°E
55,9km
Distance
multi-day
Climb · estimate
alpine_hiking
SAC
linear
Shape
17
views
1
Viewpoints
01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Alpine Terrain
Mountains
Urban Area
Summit
1× viewpoint
Remote
Uncrowded
compiled from map data (OSM) and points of interest along the route — no editorial layer
02 · 3 points along the route
What will you encounter?
1× viewpoint
1× monument
1× summit
Arthur's Pass Scenic Lookout
viewpoint ·
304 m off route
0,0 km
0%
Clough Memorial
monument ·
on the route
55,9 km
100%
Mount Isobel
summit ·
387 m off route
55,9 km
100%
03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
The Three Passes is 55.9 km long.
At an average walking pace, The Three Passes takes approximately 13h 55min to complete.
No, The Three Passes is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
The Three Passes starts near coordinates -43.0211, 171.5963.
The Three Passes is a strenuous hike requiring excellent fitness and prior hiking experience.