Isthmus Peak Track

This track is signposted just south of Stewart Creek on SH6. Follow the poled route along the creek until it joins a farm track. From here its a steep, winding, rocky climb to a skyline ridge, with sections where bikers will need to dismount and push. A sign on the ridge points right to the track to 1,385-metre Isthmus Peak, and left, along the exposed ridge to the Matatiaho Conservation Area. Mountain biking permitted.

Notes: Closed for fawning from November to early December, check with Department of Conservation for track status. Not recommended in winter due to snow and ice. No water available on the track, so carry plenty of water with you.

• Start: Isthmus Peak car park on SH6
• Isthmus Peak
  - Time: 5 - 6 hours return
  - Distance: 16 km
• Isthmus Peak - Grade: A well marked and maintained track but steep in places
• Matatiaho Conservation Area
  - Time: 5-7 hours
  - Distance: 15 km
  - Grade: Steep in places

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