Upper Clutha River Track

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A beautiful walk or bike ride along the Clutha River which can be easily extended to a longer loop with the Newcastle Track.

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The track starts at Albert Town Bridge and winds along the Clutha River / Mata-Au to historic Rekos Point Conservation Area. A trackside feature is the network of century-old gold mining workings. Visit the historic Luggate Hotel for lunch or combine with the Newcastle Track by crossing the river at Red Bridge to make a great mountain bike loop ride.

Start: Albert Town
Time: 3 – 4 hours (walking)
Distance: 14 km
Grade: Average, some hills but stroller friendly if fit. Mountain biking permitted.

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Ardmore Street, Wanaka, New Zealand Get Directions

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