Located in Matukituki Valley area and Mount Aspiring National Park in the Otago region
15 km one way return via same track
Time: 3 hr 30 min - 4 hr
Distance: 14 km
Follow the West Matukituki Track from Raspberry Creek car park to Pearl Flat.
Time: 2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
Distance: 1 km
From Pearl Flat, cross the swing bridge at Liverpool Stream. The track to Liverpool Hut (1,100 m) is a steep and often slippery climb to the bushline. Above the bush the track initially leads across steep exposed shingle, rock and tussock terrain before bearing left up an easier tussock slope to reach a knoll overlookingthe hut. Note: When the hut is first sighted, do not sidle across to the hut below this knoll.
Liverpool Hut Track is in the Matukituki valley, an hour’s drive west from Wanaka.
Swing bridges: There's a limit to the number people allowed on the swing bridges at any one time – be prepared to wait at each end if numbers allowed have been reached.
This area has terrain that can produce avalanches that cross the track, usually from May into November. View avalanche information and the terrain rating for this track.
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.
Tititea / Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre | |
Phone: | 0272696871 |
Fax: | 03 4437660 |
Email: | wanakavc@doc.govt.nz |
Address: |
1 Ballantyne Road Wanaka 9305 |
Postal Address: |
PO Box 93 Wanaka 9343 |
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