Canterbury & Mackenzie Country

Find Your Trail in the Southern Alps

From half-day walks to multi-day expeditions, explore over 200 mapped tracks across New Zealand's most spectacular alpine terrain.

Everything you need on the trail

Live conditions, GPS-accurate tracks, and curated route guides — built for New Zealand's backcountry.

GPS Track Downloads

Download .gpx files for every route. Works with Garmin, Suunto, and all major devices.

Hut & Campsite Info

Booking availability, facilities, and distances — all updated in real time from DOC.

Live Conditions

Weather, track closures, and avalanche advisories overlaid directly on the map.

Elevation Profiles

Detailed ascent/descent charts for every route with estimated times by fitness level.

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Popular Trails

Hand-picked routes for every level, from first-time walkers to seasoned alpinists.

Moderate

Mueller Hut Route

10 km return 1,030 m gain 5–7 hrs

A classic alpine climb rewarding with sweeping views of Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Hooker Valley.

Easy

Hooker Valley Track

10 km return 95 m gain 3 hrs

Three swing bridges and glacier lake views make this one of New Zealand's most loved valley walks.

Hard

Ball Pass Crossing

2–3 days 1,440 m gain Advanced

A demanding high-alpine crossing requiring navigation and mountaineering experience. Utterly remote.