3 Peaks Plus 1

This trail includes the peaks Flagstaff, Swampy Summit, Mount Cargill, Hightop and Pulpit Rock.

Obviously the biggest feature of interest is this is the route for the 3 Peaks Mountain Race 55km distance. Also you pass a historic water race that used to provide Dunedin's water supply in the 1880s. Lots of really nice native bush sections with good bird life thanks to an active pest management programme.

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Transport and parking:

Usually a bit of on-street parking is available on Woodhaugh St or Malvern St.

Distance from Dunedin:

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Driving time from Dunedin:

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Dog friendly:

Unknown

Landowner permission required:

No

Navigation Rating:

Moderate.

Navigation Tips:

There's a lot of other trails around so best to download a gpx onto your phone or watch and follow that. Or you can enter the race and it will be well marked and marshalled.
Cell coverage is available on the tops but patchy elsewhere.

Cellphone Coverage:

Patchy.

Suggested Gear List:

Thermal leggings, Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Survival bag, Cellphone, Map

Availability of Water:

Water in Silverstream (20km) is drinkable. Apart from that there is almost nothing.

Seasonality Issues:

Swampy ridge is always muddy. Rain at any time of the year can add a bit more in other sections. Silverstream (20km) can be high in a massive deluge but usually OK the day after. Pulpit Rock and Swampy sections are high and exposed and can get very cold and windy with no visibility in bad weather than can be any time of the year.

Hazards:

Rocks, mud, river crossing that might be high in very high rainfall.

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