Temple Viewpoint Track
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Forecast point: Huxley Forks Hut (720m) · 12.2km away
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This short track through mountain beech forest provides good views into South Temple Valley.
Elevation
Cover mapped summer 2023/24.
Description
This is a short, interesting track through beech forest and bracken fern. It provides good, elevated views into South Temple valley.
The track starts from Temple Campsite.
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
Dog access
There is an ongoing trapping and poison operation for possums in this area. Monitor your dog and use a muzzle to avoid any potential scavenging of possum carcasses.
Nearby
Weather
Forecast at the start of the track