Canterbury · Hiking

Minchin Pass Route

6.2 mi
round trip
4,569 ft
climb
3,721 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Minchin Pass Route is an out-and-back trail, 6.2 miles each way (12 miles round trip) in Canterbury, New Zealand, inside Arthur's Pass National Park. It runs between about 1,300 ft and 3,720 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,670 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Arthur's Pass, about 15 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Scarface Mountain, Mount Morrison and Green Hill. For camping, Casey Campsite is within about 6 miles. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Minchin Pass Route for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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