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On-leadModerate

Mt Crichton Loop Tk

Otago

123456.2 km623 m
↑ 270 m gain↓ 281 m descenthigh 623 msteepest 30 %
DISTANCE6.2 km
ASCENT270 m
DURATION1h 41m
STEEPEST30 %
Nearest emergency vetRemarkable Vets (Queenstown) - 24hr emergency, Queenstown~20 min drive · 24/7
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The route

Good to know

On the lead here. Keep it to two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds, as on most NZ tracks.

Open track, carry water for the dogUsually a quiet track

About Mt Crichton Loop Tk

Mt Crichton Loop Tk covers 6.2 km, in Otago, walked as a track.

Graded moderate, it climbs about 270 m overall, pitching up to 30 % at its steepest, and takes about 1h 41m to walk.

Dogs are welcome here on the lead.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Can my dog go off the lead on Mt Crichton Loop Tk?

Dogs are welcome on Mt Crichton Loop Tk on a lead. Keep the lead at two metres or less and watch for ground-nesting birds.

How long is Mt Crichton Loop Tk?

Mt Crichton Loop Tk is 6.2 km with roughly 270 m of climb and takes about 1h 41m.

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