1 km return via same track
From the beach track marker, it is a short but challenging 290 metre climb to The Monument summit, through forest onto the ridge then above bushline.
Extreme caution is advised as there are exposed sections with crumbling rock and narrow ledges. At one point there is a chain anchored into the rock to help you.
From the top there are spectacular views of Lake Manapouri and the surrounding mountains.
This track starts and finishes in Hope Arm on Lake Manapouri, Fiordland, 2 km north of the Hope Arm Hut.
To get to the start of the track you can travel by boat or kayak.
To get to Manapouri from Te Anau (21 km, 20 minutes drive), follow the Manapouri - Te Anau Highway.
The wharf at Pearl Harbour is 500 m past the shops on Waiau St, and the carpark is accessed from View St (left turn south of shops).
Sandflies are plentiful so we recommend repellent!
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
Phone: | +64 3 249 7924 |
Email: | fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz |
Address: | Lakefront Drive Te Anau 9600 |
Hours: | Visitor centre hours and services |