Minaret Burn Track
DOC track · Otago
Minaret Burn Track is a 22.0 km DOC tramping track in Otago with 771 m of climbing and a high point of 673 m.

This walk passes through native forest and bush, crossing burns (streams) and giving access to Lake Wānaka itself. This track is suitable for walking, mountain biking and horse riding.
Track stats
| Distance | 22.0 km |
|---|---|
| Difficulty (DOC) | Advanced |
| Track type | Tramping Track |
| Elevation gain | 771 m |
| Elevation loss | 430 m |
| Highest point | 673 m |
| Lowest point | 279 m |
| Region | Otago |
| Start | -44.61848, 169.00384 |
| End | -44.48036, 169.01408 |
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
- Rocky Mountain Track (3.8 km away)
- Lower Circuit Track (4.3 km away)
- Lake Wānaka Lookout Track (4.5 km away)
- Diamond Lake Loop Track (5.0 km away)
- Motatapu Track (8.0 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
Plan Minaret Burn 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.