Cass-Lagoon Saddle Track
DOC track · Canterbury
Cass-Lagoon Saddle Track is a 32.3 km DOC tramping track in Canterbury with 1,344 m of climbing and a high point of 1,342 m.
Cass - Lagoon Saddle in Craigieburn Forest Park is a two-day round trip suitable for fit, moderately experienced and equipped parties. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.
Track stats
| Distance | 32.3 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 2 - 3 days |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Advanced, Expert |
| Track type | Tramping Track |
| Elevation gain | 1,344 m |
| Elevation loss | 1,284 m |
| Highest point | 1,342 m |
| Lowest point | 575 m |
| Region | Canterbury |
| Start | -43.03135, 171.74715 |
| End | -43.12852, 171.62489 |
Distance, elevation and the profile are worked out by TrailTreks from DOC's track line and the LINZ 8 m elevation model, from the start marker on the map. Time and difficulty are DOC's.
Elevation profile
Huts near the track
- West Harper Hut (on the track)
- Cass Saddle Hut (on the track)
- Hamilton Hut (on the track)
- Bealey Hut (on the track)
- Lagoon Saddle A Frame (on the track)
- Lagoon Saddle Hut (0.1 km from the track)
GPX file
Download the Cass-Lagoon Saddle Track GPX file (DOC's full track line with elevations) for your GPS or mapping app.
Alerts and conditions
Check current alerts on DOC before you go: tracks close for slips, floods, fire risk and pest control. The DOC page also has access, facilities and safety information.
Nearby DOC tracks
- Edwards - Hawdon Route (4.9 km away)
- Hawdon Hut Track (4.9 km away)
- Woolshed Hill Track (4.9 km away)
- Bealey Spur Track (9.6 km away)
- Coal Pit Spur Track (11.2 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
Plan Cass-Lagoon Saddle Track in the free TrailTreks: NZ Topo Maps app: LINZ topo maps that work with no signal, DOC huts, tracks and alerts, and mountain weather.