The Queen Charlotte Track is a long track, not a steep track. This means
that the distances walked each day (particularly on day 3 and 4), are challenging. The
terrain is regarded as undulating with hills ranging from sea level to a maximum of 400metres.
The track is 71km (approx 45 miles) long and varies from 1 to 1.5m in width. The surface
is being mainly clay soil is hard and firm in dry conditions but can often be slippery
when wet.
There are areas where there are tree roots, loose rocks, steps, surface slips or fallen
trees so wearing good footwear and taking care while on the track is essential.
As weather in the area can be changeable it is advisable that you carry sun protection
and wet weather gear at all times. Temperatures can range from 15 - 33°C (59 - 86°F)
during summer and between 2 - 20°C (35 - 68°F) in winter.
The track is 71km (approx 45 miles) long and varies from 1 to 1.5m in
width. The surface is being mainly clay soil is hard and firm in dry conditions but can
often be slippery when wet.
While the track is not a "steep" track (the highest point is 406 metres
from sea level), there are many short sharp ascents and likewise descents which require
good riding skill.
The track ranges from 1 metre to 1.5 metres wide and is predominantly clay based which
means that it is hard and fast when dry but very slippery and almost unrideable when
wet. The surface does have areas with rocky loose material, tree roots, steps
and some bluffs so care is required at all times.
As weather in the area can be changeable it is advisable that you carry sun protection
and wet weather gear at all times. Temperatures can range from 15 - 33°C (59 - 86°F)
during summer and between 2 - 20°C (35 - 68°F) in winter.
The Department of Conservation has announced this week, that there will be a new shelter built at Camp Bay. Building work is due to start in ... read more
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