Otira Valley

Arthurs Pass, Canterbury, New Zealand

Rough but easy graded track up scenic alpine valley

Intermediate

Foot

This is one of the most popular and scenic short tramps in Arthur's Pass area. The ground is pretty rough in places and there are a couple of small streams to cross, but the track is relatively level and the grade is not difficult. It is about 45 minutes to a footbridge, at which point the track finishes (it is possible for mountaineers to continue, but this is not recommended for the average walker).

The area is subject to avalanches in winter. The track is best walked in summer when the alpine flowers are in bloom

The carpark is signposted on the left about 10 km west of Arthur's Pass on Highway 73.

2.27km

Single track

116m 902m 1018m

5 Dec 2010 by ledzep

ledzep