Nicols Road
Otago, New Zealand
Out-and-back trail in Otago, New Zealand. Hiking.
- Distance
- 1.8 mi (2.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 692 ft (211 m)
- Est. Time
- 55 min
- High point
- 1,214 ft (370 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Waterfall: Nichols waterfall 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Nicols Road
How long is Nicols Road?
Nicols Road is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) long. Most people take about 55 min. It climbs 692 ft (211 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,214 ft (370 m).
How hard is Nicols Road?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Nicols Road?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Nicols Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Nicols Road shaded?
Mostly shaded (92% under trees).
What can you do on Nicols Road?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Nicols Road?
No. 7 Balmac, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Pine Hill Dairy, 1.2 mi (2 km).
Is this a good week for Nicols Road?
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 Nicols Road
- Nicols Creek Walk Otago · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.6 km)
- Nichols Falls Track Otago · Hard · 8.6 mi (13.9 km)
- Ross Creek Reservoir Trail Otago · Moderate · 3.6 mi (5.7 km)
- Redwood Loop Otago · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Davies Track Otago · Moderate · 2.5 mi (4.1 km)
- Pine Hill Shared Path Otago · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Sullivans Dam Otago · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Porkies Track Otago · Moderate · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap