Marlborough · Hiking

Cape Campbell track (low tide access only)

An out-and-back trail, 3.9 miles each way (7.8 miles round trip) in Marlborough, New Zealand.

3.9 mi
round trip
1,233 ft
climb
85 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Cape Campbell track (low tide access only) is an out-and-back trail, 3.9 miles each way (7.8 miles round trip) in Marlborough, New Zealand. It runs between about 0 ft and 80 ft above sea level, with roughly 600 ft of climbing one way. Most of the way is gravel. The nearest town is Ward, about 9.8 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Mount Tako. For camping, Marfells Beach 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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