Derek Turnbull Track
DOC track · Southland
Derek Turnbull Track is a 4.5 km DOC walk in Southland with 98 m of climbing and a high point of 268 m.
Just a short drive from Invercargill, this track is well gravelled and graded. You'll see ancient podocarps, abundant birdlife and weather worn limestone boulders.
Track stats
| Distance | 4.5 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 4 hr return |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Easiest |
| Track type | Walking Track |
| Elevation gain | 98 m |
| Elevation loss | 169 m |
| Highest point | 268 m |
| Lowest point | 119 m |
| Region | Southland |
| Start | -46.22080, 168.43771 |
| End | -46.20469, 168.43739 |
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
- Forks Flat Track (15.9 km away)
- Kingswood Bush Scenic Reserve (18.8 km away)
- Seaward Downs Loop Track (26.1 km away)
- Dolamore Track (35.0 km away)
- Whisky Creek Track (35.6 km away)
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