Poutaki Track
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Forecast point: Sunrise Hut (1280m) · 12.6km away
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This track leads to the top of the Wakarara Range before descending to Poutaki Hut.
Elevation
Cover mapped summer 2023/24.
Description
This track leads to the top of the Wakarara Range before descending to the Poutaki Hut.
Getting there
Access to the track is via Wakarara and Leatherwood roads.
Know before you go
All tracks from this road end require a crossing of the Makaroro River or a walk up the riverbed. It is dangerous to attempt to cross the river when the water level is higher than normal.
Nearby
Weather
Forecast at the start of the track