Lake Tekapo Hut to Hut Trek - Falcon’s Nest to Lady Emily Hut
Mount Cook
Adventurous multi-day trekking in the Lake Tekapo, Mackenzie High Country
Hiking Severe
- Distance
- 6.5 km
- Ascent
- 613 m
- Descent
- 594 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.5 km
- High Point
- 2.1 km
- Gradient
- 18˚
<b>Private land:</b> Access to the Cass Valley, Falcon's Nest and Lady Emily Hut is by permission from Glenmore Station: https://www.glenmorestation.co.nz
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Description
Trek up Upper Tin Hut Stream and cross scree slopes to gain a scenic ridge, taking in the impressive views of nearby Mt. William Grant. A visit to "Bad Decision" (Whiskey Hut) at 2000m elevation provides a welcome rest after your climb! Continue directly down valley to Lady Emily Hut at 1450m, initially descending scree slopes, then alpine tussock terrain.
Enjoy a well earned break at Lady Emily Hut as the sun sets over a breathtaking landscape. Watch the stars come out and listen to your guide tell a local Mackenzie legend.
5-7 hours trekking along tussocky valleys and scree covered ridges. You may encounter some snow on the pass.
<b>Guided hike:</b> enjoy the full experience (including a 4WD adventure) with the knowledge and skills of a professional alpine trekking guide on our Lake Tekapo Hut to Hut Trek https://alpinerecreation.com/tekapo-hut-to-hut-trek.html
Difficulty
Severe
Hiking challenging trails where simple scrambling, with the occasional use of the hands, is a distinct possibility. The trails are often filled with all manner of obstacles both small and large, and the hills are very steep. Obstacles and challenges are often unexpected and can be unpredictable.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Picturesque