Slapjack Saddle Track
DOC track · Otago
Slapjack Saddle Track is a 18.4 km DOC walk in Otago with 1,312 m of climbing and a high point of 1,267 m.
Journey through the Carrick Range, past the spectacular Long Gully bluffs. There are brilliant views from the tops and golden colours in the lower reaches during autumn.
Track stats
| Distance | 18.4 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 6 hr one way |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Easy |
| Track type | Walking Track |
| Elevation gain | 1,312 m |
| Elevation loss | 378 m |
| Highest point | 1,267 m |
| Lowest point | 294 m |
| Region | Otago |
| Start | -45.07750, 169.12134 |
| End | -45.09024, 169.06491 |
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
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Nearby DOC tracks
- Bannockburn Sluicings (1.9 km away)
- Long Gully Loop Track (2.0 km away)
- Mt Difficulty tracks (2.0 km away)
- Carrick Range access tracks (3.9 km away)
- Cairnmuir Hill Track (5.9 km away)
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