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Fellowship of the Ring Traverse

An adventurous way to do all three peaks in a day, not the way suggested in guide book.

Trail Running Difficult

Distance
24 km
Ascent
1.6 km
Descent
1.6 km
Duration
4-5 hrs
Low Point
1.2 km
High Point
2.4 km
Gradient
18˚
Fellowship of the Ring Traverse Map

This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.4 km, the route covers 24 km, 1646 vertical metres of ascent and 1648 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Fellowship of the Ring Traverse.

Difficulty

Difficult

High Exposure

3 out of 4

Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between June and September