West Coast · Hiking

Taipo Valley Track

7.8 mi
round trip
3,511 ft
climb
2,015 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Taipo Valley Track is an out-and-back trail, 7.8 miles each way (16 miles round trip) in West Coast, New Zealand. It runs between about 860 ft and 2,020 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,320 ft of climbing one way. It is a well-made walking path, fine for most hikers. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Arthur's Pass, about 10 miles northwest of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Rangi Taipo. For camping, Jacksons Retreat - West Coast Holiday Park 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

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