Bivvy Track

A steep option connecting the lower slopes of the reserve with the Crater Rim and Summit Road.

Start Summit Road layby opposite Kennedys Bush car park
Finish Junction with O'Farrells Track
Distance 700m
Time 30 minutes one way
Toilets Located at Sign of the Bellbird
Dogs Dogs must be on a short leash
Description

Use Bivvy Track for a shorter steeper alternative to Bush Road Track and Totara Log Track or combine to create a good circuit from the Summit Road.

The tracks in Ohinetahi are managed by the Summit Road Society(external link). You can find maps and more information about the area on their website. 

Walking tracks


Shared use


Connecting tracks


Closed


Parking square 100x100

Parking


bus

Bus stop


Toilets

Toilets


water fountain marker

Water fountains


 
Accessible tracks


Punt Tahi pointer 85x125

Challenging feature


Pukeko Tahi pointer 85x125

Entry and exit point


Avon River Rua pointer 85x125

Point of interest



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