The Old Ghost Road
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The Old Ghost Road

Mountain bikingWalking and tramping

This old gold miners' road is being revived as a tramping and mountain biking track. It traverses native forests, tussock tops, river flats and valleys with stunning views of the magnificent Mōkihinui Gorge and surrounds.

Key facts

Difficulty
Advanced
Walking and tramping
Duration: 4 - 5 days
Mountain biking
Grade: 4
Duration: 2 - 3 days
Dogs
No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules.
Regions
West Coast Region
Tasman Region
Sections
6

Location

Located in Lyell area, Mōkihinui River area,Westport area

Sections preview

SectionTypeDuration / Length
Mokihinui Rd End To Mokihinui F HutGreat walk/easy tramping trackMulti-night
Mokihinui Forks Hut To Goat Creek Hut TkGreat walk/easy tramping trackMulti-night
Goat Creek Hut To Stern Hut TkGreat walk/easy tramping trackMulti-night
Stern Hut To Ghost Lake Hut TkGreat walk/easy tramping trackMulti-night
Ghost Lake Hut To Lyell Saddle Hut TkGreat walk/easy tramping trackMulti-night
Lyell Saddle Hut To Lyell Track EndGreat walk/easy tramping trackMulti-night

Check the official DOC source for current conditions, access, closures, and track status before setting out.