Roys Peak Track
Walking track
Time:
5-6 hr return
Distance:
11 km
Getting there
The track starts at the Roys Peak Track carpark, 6 km from the Wanaka township on the Mt Aspiring Road.
Description
View from the summit on the Roys
Peak Track
The all-encompassing panorama from this 1,578-metre summit includes most of Lake Wanaka, the surrounding peaks and Mount Aspiring/Tititea. After crossing through paddocks, the well-graded track continues through alpine tussock to the ridge.
This is an exposed track and temperatures can drop quickly, even in mid-summer. Please take warm and windproof clothing.
This track crosses private land. Please respect the landowner’s property and livestock – no dogs or bikes.
The track is closed for lambing from the 1 October - 10 November inclusive.
Plan and prepare
What to expect on a walking track:
- Easy to moderate walking from a few minutes to a day
- Track is mostly well formed, some sections may be steep, rough or muddy
- Suitable for people with low to moderate fitness and abilities
- Clearly sign posted. Stream and river crossings are bridged
- Walking shoes or light tramping/hiking boots required