Avalanche Peak is a 1,833 metres (6,014 ft) peak in the Arthur's Pass National Park in New Zealand. It is subject to avalanches in the winter, hence its name. Avalanche Peak has sheer drops of around 80 metres (260 ft) at the peak of the mountain and therefore is not recommended in icy or windy weather.[1][2]
| Avalanche Peak | |
|---|---|
 Avalanche Peak | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,833 m (6,014 ft) |
| Listing | List of mountains of New Zealand by height |
| Geography | |
.png)  Avalanche Peak South Island, New Zealand | |
| Parent range | Southern Alps |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Avalanche Peak Track |
Avalanche Peak Track
editThe Department of Conservation maintains two one-day tramping routes up to the summit, the Avalanche Peak Route and Scotts Route, both starting and easily accessible from Arthur's Pass village. It is the only poled summit route in the area. The peak is one of the most popular summer tramping routes in Arthur's Pass, offering views of several mountain ranges in the park on a clear day.[1][3][4] It is also a popular place for kea.[5]
There is an annual mountain run, the Avalanche Peak Challenge, which crosses the peak.[6][7]
Since 1933 there have been several reported fatalities of people attempting the peak.[2]
References
edit- ^ a b "Avalanche Peak Route". DOC. Archived from the original on 31 October 2021. Retrieved 31 December 2023.
- ^ a b "Avalanche Peak via Scotts Track". Wilderness Mag. 19 March 2020. Archived from the original on 28 June 2022. Retrieved 31 December 2023.
- ^ Caldwell, Olivia (10 May 2018). "Southern Stays: Slowing down to enjoy the view up Avalanche Peak". Stuff. Archived from the original on 8 October 2018. Retrieved 31 December 2023.
- ^ "Top 11 national parks in New Zealand". Lonely Planet. 28 April 2021. Archived from the original on 29 January 2023. Retrieved 31 December 2023.
More challenging, full-day options include the Bealey Spur track and the classic summit hike to Avalanche Peak.
- ^ "Avalanche Peak Route Guide" (PDF). DOC. Archived (PDF) from the original on 25 March 2023. Retrieved 31 December 2023.
- ^ "Chris Cox". Avalanchepeak.co.nz. Archived from the original on 26 June 2014. Retrieved 18 June 2015.
- ^ van Beynen, Martin (5 January 2016). "Avalanche Peak race off due to falling numbers and safety issues". Stuff. Retrieved 31 December 2023.
42°56′41″S 171°32′09″E / 42.9448°S 171.5357°E
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