North Temple Track
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Forecast point: Huxley Forks Hut (720m) · 7.7km away
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Follow a track up North Temple valley.
Elevation
Cover mapped summer 2023/24.
Description
Cross North Temple Stream and follow the track up North Temple valley.
The track has been washed out in places from high river flow. It generally keeps to the beech-forest margin and ends at an impressive cirque basin.
The beech forest section has some windfall - allow extra time.
Experienced trampers may choose to cross Gunsight Pass into South Temple valley
Getting there
Temple valley is signposted off Lake Ohau Road, 50 km from Twizel. Follow SH 6 from Twizel, then turn into Lake Ohau Road.
The sealed road changes to gravel after passing Lake Ohau Lodge. Drive carefully and watch out for stock grazing beside the road. As a courtesy, drive slowly past Lake Ohau Station buildings to reduce dust.
The Temple valley car park has a shelter and long drop toilet. Sandfly repellent here is very useful.
Know before you go
Map: NZTopo50 BZ14 Mount Barth
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Nearby
Weather
Forecast at the start of the track