Atley Track

This trail includes the peak Mount Dewar.

Old gold mining relics and buildings along the route.

Parking is available immediately after the turn off from the Coronet Peak Road, from where it's a short warm up jog to the saddle. There is limited parking at the saddle itself, though in the summer, it's often taken up with mountain bikers cars.

13 km

17 minutes

Unknown

No

Moderate.

For the most part, the track is obvious and well marked. Care is required on the lower part of the descent to the hut though, as the 4WD track splits in many places, and the orange standards are not always obvious. The track down to the Skippers Road can also be missed if you're not paying attention!

Patchy.

Waterproof leggings, Thermal leggings, Short-sleeved thermal top, Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Personal Locator Beacon (PLB), Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Survival bag, Cellphone, Map, Headtorch and spare batteries, Crampons / microspikes (for winter conditions)

There is no water until about the halfway mark (the track between the hut and the Skippers road has several small streams). In the summer it can be extremely hot in the valley.

Super hot in the summer. Freezing cold in the winter, with plenty of ice and snow to be expected.

The single track back to the road from the hut doesn't get much use, so can be overgrown at times. Take care of the drop offs that can be covered with vegetation.
If you explore the dam/reservoir at the point the track leaves the river there are several large hidden cracks!

Smiths Brewery
Shotover Street, Queenstown
http://www.smithscraftbeer.co.nz
Best beer selection in town, and the loaded fries are to die for after a run!

Atlas Beer Cafe
Steamer Wharf, Queenstown
http://www.atlasbeercafe.com
Great selection of beer, and the best value steak in town!

The Fork and Tap
Arrowtown
http://wwwtheforkandtap.co.nz
Wholesome food, good selection of wine and beer, great Southern hospitality!