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Peak Hill Route

3.0km3 hr returnExpert

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The climb to the top of Peak Hill rewards walkers with sweeping views of Lake Coleridge and its surrounds. The walk is extremely exposed to the weather and walkers should be well equipped.

Elevation

Climb
641m
Drop
15m
Highest point
1,225m
Lowest point
599m
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Open Scrub
Longest open stretch
3.0km

Cover mapped summer 2023/24.

Description

From Algidus Road there is a sign and a marked easement over private land, which will take you to the summit along an unformed route. The walk is suitable for family groups.

Getting there

From Christchurch, head towards Darfield or Hororata until you meet up with Coleridge Road. Go through Lake Coleridge Village then turn west onto Algidus Road. The signed entrance to Peak Hill is nine km up Algidus Road.

Know before you go

The walk to Peak Hill is extremely exposed to the weather and walkers should be well equipped.

Weather

Forecast at the start of the track