Tasman River tracks
Located in Lake Pukaki area in the Canterbury region
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Introduction
Tasman River is a large braided river which flows into Lake Pukaki. There are walking and cycling tracks in the area.3 - 10 km
Other activities
- Horse riding
Dog access
Tasman River Track
Track category: Tramping Track
Time: 3 hr
Distance: 10 km
This track starts at Jollie River car park and finishes at Tasman Point near Chop Creek. Large glacial erratics (boulders) and rocky bluffs provide interest. On a fine day you'll be rewarded with stunning views of the Southern Alps/Kā Tiritiri o Te Moana.
Horse riding
The track is suitable for horse riding although it's a lengthy drive along Hayman Road to tow a horse float to the start.
Mountain biking
Track category: Grade 2, Easy
Time: 2 hr
Distance: 10 km
The track is popular with cyclists as it's part of Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.
This is a shared-use track. Follow the mountain bikers code: respect others, respect the rules, respect the track.
Jollie Hut
Track category: Tramping Track
Time: 2 hr
Distance: 3 km
There is a pull-over area on Braemar Mount Cook Station Road to start this track. The track is initially a public access easement through private farm land.
The area is popular with hunters looking for tahr, red deer or chamois further up the valley.
Drive down Hayman Road which turns into Braemar Mount Cook Station Road. Drive carefully as the road is gravel and stock may be grazing on road verges.
Map: NZTopo50 BY15 Birch Hill, BY16 Mount Stevenson
Stay safe in the outdoors
- Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it.
- Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts.
- Pack warm clothes and extra food. Check gear lists.
- Share your plans and take ways to get help. Share directly or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk. Take a distress beacon.
- Take care of yourself and each other.
Contacts
| Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 435 1186 |
| mtcookvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 1 Larch Grove Aoraki/Mount Cook 7999 |
| Hours | See visitor centre hours |