Rock Peak Track

This trail includes the peaks Quartz Knoll and Mount Allen .

Stunning views for miles around in every direction, including deep into Mt. Aspiring National Park.

You'll need to shuttle cars for this one. Leave one car at the start/finish of the Roaring Meg Pack Track (take the gravel road off Cardrona Rd as if heading for the Snow Farm but take the first right off this after just a hundred metres or so, then follow signs through a couple of gates.) Your other car can take you to the summit of the Crown Range where there's a large car park.

38 km

32 minutes

Unknown

No

Easy.

When not covered in snow the track is very obvious and well signposted so shouldn't present any navigational difficulties. However, in snow or with poor visibility navigation can be much harder as there's a notable lack of route poles along the way.

Generally good.

Lightweight fleece top, Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map

There are no reliable sources of drinking water along the route. Take your own with you.

This is an exposed route, so whatever the weather is doing you'll know all about it. Be prepared for anything, especially wind chill.

The exposure of the route is the main thing to be aware of. Go prepared.

Cardrona Hotel
Cardrona Village
http://cardronahotel.co.nz
Historic pub with the best beer garden in NZ, a roaring fire, good selection of drinks and food. The perfect post-run refuelling spot!