Added by Tobin Akehurst
Hike around hundreds of giant limestone formations on this short, family-friendly hike. Bring your climbing gear and try some bouldering or sport climbing.
Follow the footpath from the car park. You will quickly arrive at Castle Hill, famous for it's incredible array of giant limestone formations. There is no official path so you are free to wander the maze of rocks. Look for arches and even signs of ancient Maori inhabitants. Its fun to climb among the beautiful boulders but be careful it could be very easy to get yourself stuck or even fall.
Castle hill is a popular area for bouldering and sport climbing. The best free, on-line guide to C.H. climbing is http://climbnz.org.nz/nz/si/canterbury/inland-canterbury/castle-hill-basin/castle-hill-kura-tawhiti
I brought some climbing shoes and had fun finding and trying out different traverses and short climbs not far from the ground.
Pack List
Your pack list will vary depending on your adventure. But at the very least:
- Sun-screen
- Water
- Snacks
- Hiking shoes
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Added by Tobin Akehurst
I am from the Pacific Northwest, where the mountains meet the sea. When I eschew the trappings of the modern world and venture into the mountains I feel as though I am revived by simplicity, renewed by the power of violent geography.
FollowActivities:
Chillin, Photography, Hiking, Rock Climbing
Skill Level:
Beginner
Season:
Year Round
Trail Type:
Out-and-Back
Distance:
2 Miles
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