Carrick Range access tracks
DOC track · Otago
Carrick Range access tracks is a 15.6 km DOC walk in Otago with 937 m of climbing and a high point of 1,274 m.
Rising above Bannockburn and rich in goldmining history, the Carrick Range is one of the most accessible mountain ranges in Central Otago. These tracks take you to three conservation areas and two historic reserves.
Track stats
| Distance | 15.6 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | Various up to 5 hr one way |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Intermediate |
| Track type | Walking Track |
| Elevation gain | 937 m |
| Elevation loss | 315 m |
| Highest point | 1,274 m |
| Lowest point | 962 m |
| Region | Otago |
| Start | -45.10433, 169.09015 |
| End | -45.13884, 169.08599 |
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
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
- Slapjack Saddle Track (3.9 km away)
- Bannockburn Sluicings (5.2 km away)
- Long Gully Loop Track (5.4 km away)
- Mt Difficulty tracks (5.4 km away)
- Nevis Valley tracks (8.5 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
Plan Carrick Range access 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.