Glacier Burn Track - East Matukituki

Starting with a flat easy run through farm country and finishing with native forest and glacial views, this track is a synopsis of all the contrasts of the Mt Aspiring Region. For a half-day mission, it's a good option to both get some good fast running in while still really feeling like you're getting into the backcountry. The East Matukituki is also much less frequented than the West, making it a peaceful option for those looking to avoid throngs of trampers, especially in the height of summer.

In the right conditions, there is also an option to shortcut this route by crossing the Matukituki at Cameron's Flat.

Even if taking the bridge, it would be hard to keep your feet dry on this track -- where the East Matukituki track meets the Cameron Flat Road near the river, there are a few slow-flowing/stagnant streams that must be crossed. Livestock may be present before the national park boundary. When the track goes into the forest, look for signs for the Glacier Burn track (as opposed to the other East Matukituki tracks to Junction flat etc).

If you cross a bridge over the Glacier Burn, you've gone the wrong way! The track through the forest may be unmaintained; be prepared to navigate around treefall and slips. The track terminates at the Glacier Burn with views of the Avalanche Glacier. Drinking water can be gathered from the Glacier Burn.