Blowhard Track
Canterbury, New Zealand
Out-and-back trail in Canterbury, New Zealand. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 9.5 mi (15.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,326 ft (709 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 15 min
- High point
- 3,425 ft (1,044 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Mount Richardson 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Blowhard Track
How long is Blowhard Track?
Blowhard Track is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 15 min. It climbs 2,326 ft (709 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,425 ft (1,044 m).
How hard is Blowhard Track?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Blowhard Track?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Blowhard Track?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Blowhard Track shaded?
Mostly shaded (72% under trees).
What can you do on Blowhard Track?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Blowhard Track?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Blowhard Track
- (track to Garry River) Canterbury · Moderate · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Glentui Loop Track Canterbury · Easy · 1.8 mi (3 km)
- Bypass Track Canterbury · Hard · 3.6 mi (5.8 km)
- Richardson Track Canterbury · Hard · 5.1 mi (8.3 km)
- Bob's Camp Route Canterbury · Hard · 5.7 mi (9.2 km)
- Ridge Track Canterbury · Hard · 4.3 mi (7 km)
- Red Pine Track Canterbury · Moderate · 2.5 mi (3.9 km)
- Summit Track Canterbury · Hard · 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap