Cascade Track
An out-and-back trail, 3.5 miles each way (7.1 miles round trip) in Tasman, New Zealand.
- 3.5 mi
- round trip
- 3,544 ft
- climb
- 5,431 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Cascade Track is an out-and-back trail, 3.5 miles each way (7.1 miles round trip) in Tasman, New Zealand, inside Nelson Lakes National Park. It runs between about 2,190 ft and 5,430 ft above sea level, with roughly 150 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. The nearest town is Saint Arnaud, about 7.8 miles southwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Maniniaro / Angelus Peak, Mount Cedric and Julius Peak. For camping, Angelus Hut Campsite and Camp spot are within about 6 miles. There are 4 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. 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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