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Off-lead OKModerate

Kopuwai Track to Sisters Track

Alexandra · Otago · Point to point

1234567.7 km1578 m
↑ 166 m gain↓ 343 m descenthigh 1578 msteepest 33 %
DISTANCE7.7 km
ASCENT166 m
DURATION1h 48m
STEEPEST33 %
ROUTEPoint to point
Nearest emergency vetRemarkable Vets (Queenstown) - 24hr emergency, Queenstown~55 min drive · 24/7
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The route

Good to know

Dogs can run off-lead here, one of only 323 tracks in Aotearoa where that’s allowed.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet trackBest in summer; snow and ice at altitude in winter

About Kopuwai Track to Sisters Track

This long track follows 7.7 km as a track, near Alexandra in Otago.

An exposed alpine track along the tussock ridgelines of the Old Man Range (Kopuwai) in Central Otago, connecting the Kopuwai 4WD Road with the Sisters Track. It crosses the Fraser River and has wide views to the Old Woman Range, The Remarkables and the Alexandra basin; the area is snowbound and extremely cold in winter.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 166 m overall, pitching up to 33 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h 48m to walk.

Dogs are allowed off the lead on this one. DOC’s own wording: “Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times. Other pets on conservation land rules.”.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Kopuwai Track to Sisters Track?

Yes. Kopuwai Track to Sisters Track is one of only 323 tracks in New Zealand where dogs can legally run off the lead. Check for seasonal wildlife closures before you unclip.

How long is Kopuwai Track to Sisters Track?

Kopuwai Track to Sisters Track is 7.7 km with roughly 166 m of climb and takes about 1h 48m.

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