DOC track
Waikaia River Track
7.1kmAdvanced
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This backcountry route is suitable for experienced trampers. It is partially closed due to track damage.
Elevation
Climb
302m
Drop
363m
Highest point
289m
Lowest point
206m
Move over the chart to read the height.
Forest Water Open
Longest open stretch
340m
Cover mapped summer 2023/24.
Description
This is a backcountry route and should only be attempted by suitably equipped, experienced walkers.
It follows up the true right of the river, crosses a swing bridge and returns along the opposite bank and along the road.
Due to extensive damage, the track is closed between Jack Edgerton Bridge and the Titans Rocks junction.
These sections are open:
- from Piano Flat swing bridge to the Titans Rocks, and
- from Post Office Creek to the Jack Edgerton Bridge.
Getting there
Waikaia is situated 54 km north of Gore beside the Waikaia River.
Weather
Forecast at the start of the track