Little Mt Peel/Huatekerekere tracks
DOC track · Canterbury
Little Mt Peel/Huatekerekere tracks is a 8.3 km DOC tramping track in Canterbury with 939 m of climbing and a high point of 1,290 m.
Climb one of the most popular peaks in Canterbury for magnificent views to Mt Somers, Mt Hutt and across the plains to the coast.
Track stats
| Distance | 8.3 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 4–7 hr return |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Advanced |
| Track type | Tramping Track |
| Elevation gain | 939 m |
| Elevation loss | 978 m |
| Highest point | 1,290 m |
| Lowest point | 365 m |
| Region | Canterbury |
| Start | -43.89807, 171.23889 |
| End | -43.89997, 171.23352 |
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
Walked by TrailTreks
We have walked this route or part of it. Our own GPS track, photos and stats: Mt Peel Track.
Campsites near the track
- Peel Forest Campground (2.0 km from the track)
GPX file
Download the Little Mt Peel/Huatekerekere tracks 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
- Dennistoun Bush Walk (0.5 km away)
- Emily Falls Track (1.2 km away)
- Allans Track (2.0 km away)
- Acland Falls Track (2.2 km away)
- Orari Gorge Track (10.7 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
Plan Little Mt Peel/Huatekerekere tracks in the free TrailTreks: NZ Topo Maps app: LINZ topo maps that work with no signal, DOC huts, tracks and alerts, and mountain weather.