The initial part of this track is a public access easement through private farmland. It follows a fence that marks the boundary of the Ahuriri Conservation Park before crossing the Avon Burn and continuing along a farm track. Once past Tin Hut (private) the track climbs steadily as you enter Hāwea Conservation Park and continue to Mt Martha Saddle (1680 m). It's then 7 km downhill to to Top Timaru Hut. This track is part of Te Araroa.
Turn off SH8 onto Birchwood Road, 18 km south of Omarama. Travel a further 11 km down Birchwood Road to the start of the track at Avon Burn carpark.
Avalanche risk
This area has terrain that can produce avalanches that cross the track, usually from May into November. View avalanche information.
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.
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Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park
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Address: | 1 Ballantyne Road Wānaka 9305 |
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