Last Updated: 24th Nov 2023
Cairnmuir to Clyde
Last Updated: 24th Nov 2023
Open
Grunt Factor: 31
Gnarl Factor: 11
26.9km
1200m
1270m
1125m
Last Updated: 24th Nov 2023
Last Updated: 24th Nov 2023
Open
Grunt Factor: 31
Gnarl Factor: 11
26.9km
1200m
1270m
1125m
Front country - easily accessible
Point to Point (one way)
Very hilly
Open farmlands
Open tussock/grasslands
Open ridges/tops
Sealed Road
Gravel Road
Farm Road / 4WD Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +10.4%
Average Downhill Gradient: -10.7%
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4:30
Slow
3:30
Moderate
2:30
Fast
The track follows the Cairnmuir DOC track, up and over the Cairnmuir Range. From the start at Cornish Point, you follow the DOC marking up the road and then veer off to the right at the specified sign and head up the hill proper. Follow the markings for the duration of the track which will take you all the way out to Hawksburn Rd. Once you get to Hawksburn Rd, follow the road to the left and downhill until you meet the tarsealed road. Head left on the bitumen, cross the red bridge and you've made it to Clyde!
Great views across the Cromwell, Alexandra area.
Small parking area. Reasonably safe area.
11 km
13 minutes
Unknown
No
Easy.
Generally good.
Thermal leggings, Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map.
Small stream near Musterers Hut, in farmland though so drink at your own risk. Best take your own!
Snow on tops during winter and can be bitterly cold when windy, even in summer.
Merchant of Clyde
Sunderland Street, Clyde, Central Otago, New Zealand (Next to Olivers)
http://oliversvictoriastore.co.nz/merchant-of-clyde-caf-deli-bakery
Great coffee and food right in the middle of the historic main road.
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MH
TM
Great day out. It was overcast the day I did it but there's nowhere to hide up there so pack your sunscreen.
Nice views over Cromwell and Clyde. There are quite a few tracks and options at some points so I was pleased I had the route on my watch.
Really enjoyed this one.
December 23, 2020
AG
I did it in reverse and had challenges with my navigation at both ends :-( but it's a great traverse which is off the beaten track. I did it mid week and didn't see a single soul. Great views at both ends, well worth it!
March 13, 2020
MR
Outstanding trail. Great climb out of Cairmuir to the top with fantastic views looking across to Mt Horn and Leaning Rock on Northburn station as well as views leaving Cromwell and looking down on Clyde as you descend. Definitely take plenty of water. A must do if youre in the area.
January 12, 2020
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