Looking north from the slopes of Mount Patutu
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Patutu Route
Located in Okiwi Bay - Half Moon Bay area in the Marlborough region
Introduction
Climb to the summit of Patutu (1162 m) for great views of the coast and the North Island.Mountain biking
Intermediate: Grade 3Advanced: Grade 4
Dog access
Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact the relevant DOC office to obtain a permit.
There is a great view of the coast and North Island from the summit of Mount Patutu (1162 m).
The first 3 hours follows an old farm track; the remaining 1 hour is a fairly steep climb to the summit.
Allow a full day for the return trip.
The track starts at the Okiwi Bay Campsite, off SH1, 30 km north of Kaikoura.
Your safety is your responsibility
- Take the right gear to keep yourself safe on your tramp.
- Tell someone your plans using the Outdoors Intentions form including when to raise the alarm if you haven't returned.
- Follow the five essential steps of the Safety Code.
Contacts
| Whakatū / Nelson Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 546 9339 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa 79 Trafalgar Street Nelson 7010 |
| Postal Address: |
Private Bag 5 Nelson 7042 |
| Full office details | |