Last Updated: 25th Jul 2025
Coal Hill
Submitted by Martin Trvaj
Last Updated: 25th Jul 2025
Open
Grunt Factor: 34 ?
Gnarl Factor: 62 ?
10.6km
1610m
1610m
Last Updated: 25th Jul 2025
Submitted by Martin Trvaj
Last Updated: 25th Jul 2025
Open
Grunt Factor: 34 ?
Gnarl Factor: 62 ?
10.6km
1610m
1610m
Front country - easily accessible
Out and Back
Undulating, some big hills
Open farmlands
Open ridges/tops
Easy Single Track
Moderate Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +30.3%
Average Downhill Gradient: -30.3%
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4:00
Slow
3:00
Moderate
2
Fast
The track begins with a flat section through paddocks, then becomes steeper as it climbs through tussock and speargrass. Most of the route is on private land, following a high fence. The Coal Hill Track climbs 1100m to the summit of Coal Hill (1617m), offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the Rangitata River. Return the same way.
This trail includes the peak Coal Hill.
Stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the Rangitata River.
None.
A few parking spots available.
24 km
31 minutes
No
No
Easy.
Follow the fence
Patchy.
Lightweight fleece top, Short-sleeved thermal top, Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Windproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map, Headtorch and spare batteries, Crampons / microspikes (for winter conditions)
None.
Muddy, slippery, snow in winter.
muddy, slippery, snow in winter, can be really windy!!!
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