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Rakiura Track, Southland

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Rakiura TrackBeginner - Intermediate

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35.00km

1000m

1000m

 

Southland

Oban

Front country - easily accessible

Loop

Undulating, some big hills

Native bush
Beach
Coastal

Beginner - Intermediate

6:30 (Slow)
5:00 (Moderate)
3:20 (Fast)

-6.5%

+6.5%

A bit muddy in places

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Description

The Great walk is a pleasant run. The circuit follows open coastline, crosses forested interior and meanders along the sheltered shores of Paterson Inlet. It passes sites of historical interest and introduces many of the common sea and forest birds of the island. Parts of it cross Maori land and access is courtesy of the owners. If running at night you might be able to sight a kiwi! Stewart Island is a must see and this is a great way to catch the sites in one day. The track can also be walked in one day. You can run to the start of the true track at Lee Bay, but you can also catch a shuttle. It's a nice run along the road, with nice beaches and scenery. Getting a shuttle cuts off 5km of the run.


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Make Up of Run

Moderate Single Track: 85%

Sealed Road: 15%


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  • Access

    Start in Oban

    You can run to the start of the true track at Lee Bay, but you can also catch a shuttle. It's a nice run along the road, with nice beaches and scenery. Getting a shuttle cuts off 5km of the run.

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    Easy.

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    Lightweight fleece top, Long-sleeved thermal top, Windproof jacket, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map.

    Only one main water stop which is post halfway so I'd recommend taking a good amount

    Pretty muddy after rain, and the boat ride is often choppy.

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