Cons Track
DOC track · West Coast
Cons Track is a 0.9 km DOC tramping track in West Coast with 476 m of climbing and a high point of 1,238 m.
This steep, rugged track leads to the bushline on Mt Cassidy. It is suitable for experienced trampers only.
Track stats
| Distance | 0.9 km |
|---|---|
| Time (DOC) | 2-4 hr return to the bushline |
| Difficulty (DOC) | Advanced |
| Track type | Tramping Track |
| Elevation gain | 476 m |
| Elevation loss | 0 m |
| Highest point | 1,238 m |
| Lowest point | 762 m |
| Region | West Coast |
| Start | -42.93338, 171.56182 |
| End | -42.92775, 171.56896 |
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
Campsites near the track
- Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite (0.8 km from the track)
GPX file
Download the Cons 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
- Devils Punchbowl Walking Track (0.1 km away)
- Mount Aicken Track (0.2 km away)
- Avalanche Peak Route (0.8 km away)
- Millennium Walk (0.8 km away)
- Bealey Valley Track (1.7 km away)
Plan it offline in TrailTreks
Plan Cons 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.