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Parent Track
Routeburn Track
Walking and tramping
Weave through meadows, reflective tarns and alpine gardens, and be rewarded with spectacular vistas over vast mountain ranges and valleys. From May to October, conditions can be challenging – only attempt if you have the skills.
Key facts
Difficulty
Intermediate | Advanced | Expert
Walking and tramping
Duration: 2-4 days
Dogs
No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules.
Regions
Otago Region
Southland Region
Southland Region
Sections
7
Location
Located in Fiordland National Park, Mount Aspiring National Park
Sections preview
| Section | Type | Duration / Length |
|---|---|---|
| Howden Shelter To Lake Mackenzie Hut | Great walk/easy tramping track | Over 4 hours,Multi-night |
| Routeburn Tk-Flats/Falls Jcn-Falls Hut | Great walk/easy tramping track | Multi-night |
| Sugarloaf Swingbridge To Flats Campsite | Walking track | Multi-night |
| Routeburn Nature Walk | Short walk | Under 1 hour,Multi-night |
| Routeburn Track - Falls To Harris Saddle | Great walk/easy tramping track | Multi-night |
| The Divide To Lake Howden | Great walk/easy tramping track | 1-4 hours,Over 4 hours,Overnight,Multi-night |
| Lake Mackenzie Hut To Harris Saddle | Great walk/easy tramping track | Multi-night |
Check the official DOC source for current conditions, access, closures, and track status before setting out.