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The Marquee

A taste of the Arrowsmiths with great access from CMC's Cameron Hut

Alpine Climbing Easy

Distance
37 km
Ascent
1.9 km
Descent
1.9 km
Low Point
738 m
High Point
2.4 km
Gradient
30˚
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This is a popular alpine climbing route which is generally considered to be easy. It's remote, it features low exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 738 m to the maximum altitude of 2.4 km, the route covers 37 km, 1891 vertical metres of ascent and 1892 vertical metres of descent. You'll need ice axe, bivy kit and crampons to complete it safely.

Looking at Mt Arrowsmith from The Marquee
Looking at Mt Arrowsmith from The Marquee Photo: Nina Dickerhoff
Looking up the SW ridge of The Marquee from Cameron Hut
Looking up the SW ridge of The Marquee from Cameron Hut Photo: Nina Dickerhoff
Descending The Marquee
Descending The Marquee Photo: Nina Dickerhoff
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Description

The Marquee is a great easy ridge climb directly opposite CMC's Cameron Hut. A perfect 2 day weekend mission.

Difficulty

Easy

The ascent involves simple glacier hiking and/or short, straightforward rock scrambles. Equivalent to Alpine F, F+

Low Exposure

1 out of 4

The route is well protected or easy enough that protection is not required.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

all year round

Equipment required

  • Ice axe
  • Bivy Kit
  • Crampons