Last Updated: 10th Jul 2024
Montgomerie Hut via Gannons
Kirwans Track
Kirwans Track
Submitted by Jessie Lott
Last Updated: 10th Jul 2024
Open
Grunt Factor: 35 ?
Gnarl Factor: 16 ?
27.5km
405m
405m
Last Updated: 10th Jul 2024
Kirwans Track
Submitted by Jessie Lott
Last Updated: 10th Jul 2024
Open
Grunt Factor: 35 ?
Gnarl Factor: 16 ?
27.5km
405m
405m
Back country - remote
Out and Back
Undulating, small hills only
Native bush
Riverside
Farm Road / 4WD Track
Easy Single Track
Moderate Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +2.9%
Average Downhill Gradient: -2.9%
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4:30
Slow
3:45
Moderate
3
Fast
With the closure of the Kirwans track loop this route offers a shorter run to Montgomerie hut at back.
The trail starts at the Gannons Road bridge.
It initially follows the original 4WD route. In recent years much of the 4WD route has been washed away. The track has been diverted to a single track for walkers / runners. This goes up through the bush allowing access past the wash outs.
The track alternates between sections of original 4WD track, and the diverted track. The diversion track is well marked by orange triangles. Follow these.
The track runs adjacent to the Waitahu River and offers great views.
Most of the track is reasonable flat. However damage from previous floods means the track is uneven, with sinkholes and large boulders
Follow the track to the hut. Stop for lunch and enjoy the river views, then return the way you came.
Long drop toilet at Montgomerie hut. BYO toilet paper.
There is space for a car to park in front of Gannons bridge. The original DOC carpark is 200m past the bridge however flood damage means there are large potholes and access for a 2WD Vehicle may be challenging.
8 km
10 minutes
No
No
Easy.
The track is well marked by orange triangles.
Non-existent.
Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Beanie/thermal headwear, Personal Locator Beacon (PLB), Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map
No water available.
Reefton is under a long term boil water notice. It wouldn't be advised to drink from the river.
Very muddy after rain.
1x stream crossing. This was small, but would rise quickly in heavy rain.
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