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Motatapu Track brochure

Published:

June 2010

View a brochure about the Motatapu Track. This demanding 34-km 3-4 day journey for experienced trampers crosses Motatapu and Soho Stations, passing through significant remnant beech/tawhai forest and golden tussocklands.

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Brochure cover showing Motatapu Track. Photo: T Zimmerman.
Brochure cover showing Motatapu Track

Motatapu Track brochure (PDF, 920K)

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Motatapu Track

Summary

The brochure includes a map of the track and describes:

  • The history of Motatapu Valley
  • The flora and fauna of the area
  • The Motatapu Track and track sections
    • Fern Burn Carpark to Fern Burn Hut
    • Fern Burn Hut to Highland Creek Hut
    • Highland Creek Hut to Roses Hut
    • Roses Hut to Macetown
    • Macetown to Arrowtown
  • Huts and camping
  • General safety

Due to the exposed nature of the Motatapu Track and its physically challenging terrain, it is only suitable for experienced trampers, and not recommended in winter.

Publication information

Published by

Otago Conservancy Office
Phone: +64 3 477 0677
Email: otago@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

Contact

Mt Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre
Phone: +64 3 443 7660
Address: Ardmore Street
Wanaka 9305
Email: mtaspiringvc@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

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Tracks and walks

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Contacts

Authors and others wanting to use DOC recreation information in publications should contact recreation@doc.govt.nz

Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai