Dun Mountain Trail - walking
Nelson, New Zealand
Loop trail in Nelson, New Zealand. Hiking.
- Distance
- 20.5 mi (32.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,471 ft (1,058 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr 20 min
- High point
- 2,894 ft (882 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Bullock Spur Crossing 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Shelter: Third House Shelter 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from start
- Waterfall: Stream 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Windy Point 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Coppermine Saddle 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Dun Mountain Trail - walking
How long is Dun Mountain Trail - walking?
Dun Mountain Trail - walking is 20.5 mi (32.9 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr 20 min. It climbs 3,471 ft (1,058 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,894 ft (882 m).
How hard is Dun Mountain Trail - walking?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Dun Mountain Trail - walking?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Dun Mountain Trail - walking?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 5.6 mi (9 km), 9.5 mi (15.3 km).
Is Dun Mountain Trail - walking shaded?
Partly shaded (58% under trees).
What can you do on Dun Mountain Trail - walking?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Dun Mountain Trail - walking?
Melrose Cafe, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Brook Street Store, 1.2 mi (1.9 km).
Is this a good week for Dun Mountain Trail - walking?
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.
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- Lollipop Nelson · Expert · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Top Dog Nelson · Expert · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Fringed Hill Downhill Nelson · Expert · 2 mi (3.1 km)
- Dun Mountain Trail - MTB Nelson · Expert · 20.8 mi (33.5 km)
- Coppermine Trail Nelson · Easy · 2.4 mi (3.9 km)
- Te Ara Koa Nelson · Expert · 5 mi (8 km)
- Fringed Hill Road Nelson · Moderate · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap