Motatapu Track
DOC track · Otago
Motatapu Track is a 32.4 km DOC tramping track in Otago with 2,645 m of climbing and a high point of 1,276 m.
The Motatapu Track follows much of an historic route that linked the Wānaka and Arrowtown areas. It's a demanding alpine tramp for experienced parties. This track is part of Te Araroa Trail.
Track stats
| Distance | 32.4 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 3 - 4 days |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Advanced |
| Track type | Tramping Track |
| Elevation gain | 2,645 m |
| Elevation loss | 2,323 m |
| Highest point | 1,276 m |
| Lowest point | 338 m |
| Region | Otago |
| Start | -44.68967, 168.99047 |
| End | -44.86412, 168.81929 |
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
- Highland Creek Hut (on the track)
- Roses Hut (on the track)
- Fern Burn Hut (on the track)
Campsites near the track
- Macetown Campsite (0.3 km from the track)
GPX file
Download the Motatapu 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
- Diamond Lake Loop Track (5.0 km away)
- Lower Circuit Track (5.2 km away)
- Lake Wānaka Lookout Track (5.3 km away)
- Rocky Mountain Track (5.6 km away)
- Roys Peak Track (6.7 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
Plan Motatapu 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.