Dromedary Hill Walking Track
Track category
Walking track
Mountain bike - Expert
Time:
8-10 hours (walking)
Distance:
10 km
Description
Dromedary Hill Track
Dromedary Hill (1664 m), in Lindis Conservation Area, makes a great day walk or half-day mountain-bike ride from the SH 8 car park near Dalrachney bridge. The views on the ascent are spectacular, with Mt Barth in Ahuriri Conservation Park clearly visible.
You can continue your journey along the Pavilion Peak tramping track, which ends at the Birchwood Road car park.
Respect public access easements through private land: stay on the track, leave gates as you find them, do not disturb stock.
Getting there
Lindis Conservation Area is in North Otago, north of the Lindis Pass. Access to this track is via a carpark at the Dalrachney road bridge, on state highway 8.
Activities
Mountain biking and cycling
Mountain biking and cycling
Grade 5: Expert
Time: 2.5 - 4 hours
This is a shared-use track. Follow the mountain bikers code: respect others, respect the rules, respect the track.
Plan and prepare
Day walkers and overnight trampers need to plan properly and be well equipped. The 1:50 000 topographical map G39 Lake Hawea is recommended.
In summer, very hot and dry conditions are common. Make sure you carry plenty of water and have adequate protection against the sun. Alpine conditions may be experienced at any time of the year, with the higher country subject to snow and ice during the winter months.
Ensure you carry warm and waterproof clothing and wear sturdy boots. Be prepared.