Springfield, New Zealand
Top Spots in and near Springfield
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Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
Backpack to the Waimak Falls Hut
13 mi / 2000 ft gainBegin this two night (one night option) tramping trip from the Bealey Bridge over the Waimakariri River – approximately 8 kilometers south of Arthur’s Pass. If river levels are low and you prefer cutting through the river valley itself – crossing the Waimak at need – begin at Klondyke Corner. A s...Read more -
Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
Winter Mountaineering in Arthur's Pass
Several mountaineering routes start right off the road in Arthur's Pass making it a great alpine training ground with nearly endless opportunities. Many of the routes are just hiking routes in summer, but in winter snow piles up to transform them into steep, exposed and exciting climbs. I will ou...Read more -
Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
Backpack to Lake Mavis
16.8 mi / 3937 ft gainDAY 1Greyneys Shelter (SH73) – Goat Pass - 5h / 9km (5.6mi) / +400m (1300ft) The route starts here, near Greyneys Shelter on SH73, 5 km (3.1mi) south of Arthur’s Pass Village. You will need to cross Bealey River after it meets the Mingha River, but don't try to cross the river if the Bealey Rive...Read more -
Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
Hike to Devils Punchbowl Falls, Arthur's Pass
4.51.2 mi / 492.1 ft gainAn awesome 1 hr return walk in natural New Zealand bush. At the apex of the track is the fantastic Devils Punchbowl Falls with water constantly plummeting 131 metres off of the edge of the hill face above which can be seen from the main road through Arthur's Pass. Very well signed and easy to fin...Read more -
Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
Hike up Avalanche Peak
4.06.2 mi / 3444.9 ft gainThere are actually two trails leading up to the summit: the Avalanche Peak Track and Scott's Track. The former begins at the Arthur's Pass Visitor Centre while the latter begins down the main road, across from the Devil's Punchbowl Falls (less than 1 km south of the visitor centre). Both trails b...Read more -
Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
Hike the Temple Basin Ski Field
4.04.3 mi / 3300 ft gainArthur's Pass National Park is an extraordinary area of New Zealand's South Island, nearly untouched, with accessible trails into the mountain pass, which is part of New Zealand's "Southern Alps". This trail leads into the free ski camp, a basin that allows for good speed and access. The hike gai...Read more -
Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
Hike the Avalanche Peak - Crow River Valley Traverse
2.3 mi / -2624.7 ft gainThe beginning starts with the popular day hike climb up Avalanche Peak in Arthur’s Pass, NZ. You can view that route on the Outbound here. Scott’s Track up is a bit longer but less steep and with better views so I’d recommend taking that up. Should only take around 2-3 hours, but you’ll want to s...Read more -
Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
Hike to Mount Aicken Summit
5.03 mi / 3608.9 ft gainThe trail starts at the carpark to the famous Devils Punchbowl Falls and heads up towards the falls themselves before taking a turn up and to the right. You'll pass through the forest before the trees lower in height and you'll have amazing views across to the south over to Mount Rolleston and Av...Read more -
Arthur's Pass, New Zealand
Climb Mount B'Limit
6 mi / 4000 ft gainBegin your adventure by hiking up the Temple Basin Ski Field access trail. Continue beyond the Ski huts to the upper basin below Mt Temple and B'Limit. Continue hiking under the rope tows to the saddle where the views will surly take your breath away.Once at the saddle mount the ridge-top to clim...Read more -
Christchurch, New Zealand
Walk in the Christchurch Botanic Gardens
5.02 mi / 0 ft gainFrom the parking lot walk along any paved walkway until you spot a posted map (they're all over the place) then plan your day's adventure around the parks many attractions. Some of my favorite places to visit include the Cunningham House, the Heritage Rose Garden, the New Zealand garden area, and...Read more -
Christchurch, New Zealand
Bike and Hike the Port Hills (Christchurch)
5.0Park on the west side of Summit Road near Dyers Pass Road to unload your bicycle or start on the Crater Rim Track. Alternatively you can hike up from the valley on the (west to east) Bowenvale, Huntsbury, Mt Vernon, Rapaki or Bridle Tracks, all of which are shared use bike/hike tracks.Once you ar...Read more -
Otira, New Zealand
Stay at Carroll Hut
1.6 mi / 2296.6 ft gainThis hike begins at a hidden parking lot just North/East of Kelly's Creek, about 2km north of Otira, drive carefully through to the car park and trailhead, a gravel lot with a latrine, near the creek. Once ready, begin the hike, to the west. In the first 5 minutes you'll cross a small tributar...Read more -
Ashburton Lakes, New Zealand
Mountain Bike to Boundary Creek Hut
The track to Boundary Creek Hut follows an old 4WD track for about 9 km () with minimal height gain on the way in. Not long into the ride, you will pass another 4WD track with marker poles – this heads to the Garden of Eden (not the glacier one), so keep on the main track.About 2 km (1.2 miles) f...Read more -
Charteris Bay, New Zealand
Hike to the Summit of Mt. Herbert
4.09.3 mi / 2985.6 ft gainBegin at the trailhead at the end of the gravel road in Orton Bradley Park. The trail follows a stream through an impressive forest of Beech, Kauri, Eucalyptus and Cypress. The trail eventually emerges from the forest and begins climbing through pastures populated by sheep and cows.Follow the tr...Read more -
Ataahua, New Zealand
Hike to the Packhorse Hut and Mt. Bradley
5.03.7 mi / 2460.6 ft gainPark at the trailhead and begin the trail by crossing through farmland. As always be respectful of the property owners and animals, and close any gates you walk through.After a long walk up Kaituna Valley you will arrive at the Packhorse Hut, a great place to stay the night and enjoy the views of...Read more -
Ashburton Lakes, New Zealand
Hike to the Summit of Mt. Guy
6.2 mi / 2139.1 ft gainPark at the Lake Clearwater trailhead where you are immediately greeted by some of the best alpine views in New Zealand. The hiking track follows the lake shore around the west end before breaking off to the right and ascending Mt Guy in typical New Zealand fashion, without switchbacks. After a l...Read more