Caving at Cave Stream
DOC track · Canterbury
Caving at Cave Stream is a 0.7 km DOC walk in Canterbury with 21 m of climbing and a high point of 674 m.
This caving trip requires low river flows and no rain, as well as strong fitness, the right gear and confidence in outdoor activities.
Track stats
| Distance | 0.7 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 1 hr |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Expert |
| Track type | Short Walk |
| Elevation gain | 21 m |
| Elevation loss | 21 m |
| Highest point | 674 m |
| Lowest point | 648 m |
| Region | Canterbury |
| Start | -43.19636, 171.74178 |
| End | -43.19636, 171.74178 |
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
GPX file
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Alerts and conditions
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Nearby DOC tracks
- Cave Stream Loop Walk (0.0 km away)
- Thomas River Track (2.8 km away)
- Leith Hill Loop Track (2.9 km away)
- Water Intake Track (3.6 km away)
- Hogs Back Track (Easy Up Track and Descent Track) (4.3 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
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