Things
to Remember
Walking /
Biking Times
These are recommended times ONLY
and do not include stops along the track
- see Quick
Reference Guide for times.
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Travel Light
Supplies, meals & drinks can
be purchased along the way. |
Pack Transfers
Can be arranged - see Pack
Transfers for details. |
Water
It is advisable to carry water
as you walk. Please use water in the campsites
sparingly. Boil water before drinking. See
maps
for guide. |
Toilets
Please use those provided - there
are plenty - see maps
for guide. |
Rubbish
There are no rubbish facilities
on the track. What you bring on you must
take out with you. |
DOC Campsites
- Fires: No open fires
are permitted. The use of gas cookers
if preferred.
- Cooking: There are
no cooking facilities at the campsites
- please remember to bring your cooking
equipment with you.
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Private Land
While the majority of the Queen
Charlotte  Track
is located on scenic reserves administered
by DOC, large sections of the track cross
private land, particularly along the Kenepuru
ridges, around Onahau and Resolution Bay.
To maintain the goodwill of the landowners,
visitors should respect all private property
and not take vehicles, firearms or dogs
on the track. Fires are a serious threat
to private land and all forests. Open fires
are not permitted anywhere on the track
due to the high fire risk. Smoking is not
permitted along the track. |
Wasps
Wasps are common in late summer
and autumn. Carry anti-histamines if you
are allergic to their stings. Carrying insect
repellant is avisable. |
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