Karamea Track
Kahurangi National Park, West Coast, New Zealand
Point-to-point trail in Kahurangi National Park, West Coast, New Zealand. Hiking.
- Distance
- 26.1 mi (42 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 5,259 ft (1,603 m)
- Est. Time
- 11 hr 5 min
- High point
- 4,108 ft (1,252 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Hut: Trevor Carter Hut 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Hut: Thor Hut 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from start
- Hut: Venus Hut 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from start
- Hut: Crow Hut 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from start
- Hut: Karamea Bend Hut 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Splugeons Rock 23.9 mi (38.4 km) from start
- Shelter: Splugeons Rock Shelter 23.9 mi (38.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Karamea Track
How long is Karamea Track?
Karamea Track is 26.1 mi (42 km) long. Most people take about 11 hr 5 min. It climbs 5,259 ft (1,603 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,108 ft (1,252 m).
How hard is Karamea Track?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Karamea Track?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Karamea Track?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Karamea Track shaded?
Mostly shaded (97% under trees).
What can you do on Karamea Track?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Karamea 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.
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