| Northern Start |
Macetown |
| Southern End |
Arrowtown |
| Time |
4 to 5 hours |
| Tramping Standard |
Tramping track |
Description
(North to South) |
The Big Hill Track is an historic route that was once the main road from Arrowtown to Macetown.
From Macetown follow the 4WD Arrow Gorge Rd downstream to the Eight Mile/Coronet Creek confluence. Head up this creek for about 500m then follow polesand a light ground trail leading off on the true right up to Big Hill Saddle (1060M). The formed track down from the saddle affords good views across to Lake Hayes and the Wakatipu Basin. It passes through open tussock country and beech forest to the Sawpit Gully Trail junction. Continue down on the right hand track and exit to Ramshaw Lane, Arrowtown on the Bush Creek Trail.
Alternative route
In poor weather trampers can continue down the Arrow Gorge Road to Arrowtown, river levels permitting. |
| Extra Info |
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| Potential Hazards |
| River crossings - Never cross flooded rivers |
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| Amenities (Start) |
| Car park 4WD vehicle access only |
| Toilets |
| Basic camp site |
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| Amenities (End) |
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| Closest Town(s) |
Arrowtown |
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