Tirohanga Track, Queen Charlotte Sounds viewpoint, Picton

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The Tirohanga Trac (or Hilltop View), brings you through native fern trees full of wildlife. This was is quite short but steep enough to give you a good sweat. The view at the top is totally worth the effort as you get a welcoming bench from where you can enjoy a view of Picton and Waikawa and the ferry coming and going along the Queen Charlotte Sounds.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 5.26 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 15 
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    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 265 m
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    Descent: - 262 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 258 m
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    Lowest point: 6 m
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View over Picton
View of the Hilltop over the Queen Charlotte Sounds
View of the Hilltop over the Queen Charlotte Sounds

Description of the walk

Start : Main car park at Picton Marina

(S/E) With the footbridge over the marina on your left-hand side and Beachcomber hotel on your right, walk towards the Eastern end of the car park.

(1) At the end of the paved footpath, turn right (South) along the housings and up the hill to reach Waikawa Road.

(2) When you reach the road, turn left (North-East). Walk straight along for around 260 m to take a right turn (South-East) at the second road junction along Newgate Street. Walk South-South-East along the road, for 160 m or so, to find the trailhead and steps going uphill on your right-hand side. (You will find signposts)

(3) Turn right and here you start your walk along the steep path up the hill. The path is straightforward for 2 Km until you reach the top. On the way, you will find a series of switchbacks, always keep straight on the most obvious path.

(4) After enjoying the view, return via the same way back to the car. (S/E)

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 7 m - Main car park at Picton Marina
  2. 1 : km 0.11 - alt. 6 m - Car park Eastern end - Housings
  3. 2 : km 0.18 - alt. 10 m - Waikawa Road
  4. 3 : km 0.59 - alt. 28 m - Trailhead and steps
  5. 4 : km 2.63 - alt. 241 m - Hilltop and bench
  6. S/E : km 5.26 - alt. 7 m - Main car park at Picton Marina

Notes

Start & parking : Main car park at Picton Marina. Fee applies.

Facilities : Toilets at the start.

Refreshments : Many pubs, restaurants, and coffee shops.
Ask Peter for his famous biscuits at Le Caf.

Worth a visit

This walk is all about the view. This is one of the best spots to take some height and enjoy Queen Charlotte Sounds at the end of the day or early morning. On the way take some time to stay present, enjoying the sounds of birds and views.

Do not hesitate to have a chat with the team at Picton I-Site. They are really knowledgeable and just like a travel agency, they can help you organise, and book all your accommodations and experiences free of charge.

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