Atene Skyline Track
DOC track · Manawatu/Whanganui
Atene Skyline Track is a 12.2 km DOC tramping track in Manawatu/Whanganui with 691 m of climbing and a high point of 565 m.

The Atene Skyline Track has spectacular views and a campsite for trampers wanting to stay the night.
Track stats
| Distance | 12.2 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 6 - 8 hr one way |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Advanced |
| Track type | Tramping Track |
| Elevation gain | 691 m |
| Elevation loss | 691 m |
| Highest point | 565 m |
| Lowest point | 40 m |
| Region | Manawatu/Whanganui |
| Start | -39.72711, 175.13881 |
| End | -39.72607, 175.15406 |
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
- Downes Hut (0.5 km from the track)
Campsites near the track
- Atene Skyline Campsite (on the track)
GPX file
Download the Atene Skyline 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
- Waitaha Pā Track (18.8 km away)
- Gordon Park Loop Track (21.0 km away)
- Bruce Park Loop Track (42.3 km away)
- Ohakune Old Coach Road (43.0 km away)
- Te Ara Mangawhero (43.4 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
Plan Atene Skyline 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.