Open tussock tops over Rough Creek Saddle
Image:
Luke Sutton
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Rough Creek Track
Located in Lewis Pass Scenic Reserve in the West Coast region
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Introduction
This track leads to Lake Christabel.Dog access
No dogs
The track leads up to the bushline, from where snowpoles mark the way through open tussock tops over the Rough Creek Saddle. The poles meet the track down the upper right hand branch of the Blue Grey River above Lake Christabel.
Lake Christabel can also be accessed from the west - see Lake Christabel tracks.
Access the track from Speargrass Flat, 10 km west of Lewis Pass on SH7.
Weather conditions can change rapidly, particularly on the tops. Rain can quickly make even small streams treachorous to cross.
Wasps can be common from December to April, carry antihistamine if you are allergic to their stings.
Stay safe in the outdoors
- Take the right gear for your trip: Walking and tramping gear lists.
- Tell a trusted person your plans and when to raise the alarm if you haven’t returned. Send them the information directly, or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk.
- Follow the five essential steps of the Land Safety Code.
Contacts
| Paparoa National Park Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 731 1895 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | paparoavc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
4294 Coast Road Punakaiki RD 1 Runanga 7873 |
| Postal Address: |
4294 Coast Road Punakaiki RD 1 Runanga 7873 |
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| Reefton Visitor Information Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 732 8391 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | rvcinfo@xtra.co.nz |
| Address: |
67–69 Broadway Reefton |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 100 Reefton 7851 |
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