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The Best Hiking Trails in Franz Josef, West Coast (New Zealand)

292 trails

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Photo of Alex Knob and Louisa Peak Photo of Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand Photo of Peters Pool, Douglas Bridge and Rope Creek Bridge from Franz Josef
  • Alex Knob and Louisa Peak

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    Distance
    9.62mi
    Elevation +
    3930f
    TrailRank
    56
    Photo ofAlex Knob and Louisa Peak Photo ofAlex Knob and Louisa Peak Photo ofAlex Knob and Louisa Peak

    The track starts at the parking next to the Franz Josef Glacier road. The parking is not too big and the area is quite popular so better be early to make sure you find a spot to park. This is a DOC track (Alex Knob trac...

  • Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand

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    Distance
    4.08mi
    Elevation +
    486f
    TrailRank
    36
    Photo ofFranz Josef Glacier, New Zealand Photo ofFranz Josef Glacier, New Zealand Photo ofFranz Josef Glacier, New Zealand

    This walks takes you to the end of the Franz Josef Glacier (terminal face). It follows the riverbed until reaching the viewpoint of the glacier with some interesting waterfalls along the way. A short detour to the Sentin...

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  • Distance
    7.93mi
    Elevation +
    2500f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofROBERTS POINT TRACK - FRANK JOSEF GLACIER Photo ofROBERTS POINT TRACK - FRANK JOSEF GLACIER Photo ofROBERTS POINT TRACK - FRANK JOSEF GLACIER

    A very demanding track, full of beautiful water streams, with astonishing views of the glacier at Roberts point. Many helicopters crossing over your head all the time, you have to get used to their noise (08-01-2019).

  • Distance
    8.61mi
    Elevation +
    2024f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofRobert’s Point, Franz Josef Glacier, NZ Photo ofRobert’s Point, Franz Josef Glacier, NZ Photo ofRobert’s Point, Franz Josef Glacier, NZ

    Very rocky and not very well maintained. You need to climb rocks and use hands many times. It can be really slippery in a wet day. Some ups and downs. Four swing bridges to cross. It goes under the woods with no views at...

  • Distance
    7.31mi
    Elevation +
    2415f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofRobert's Point hike - April 6, 2024. Photo ofRobert's Point hike - April 6, 2024. Photo ofRobert's Point hike - April 6, 2024.

    Great hike with amazing views. Definitely recommend doing this hike instead of Alex Knob when the clouds are below the mountain tops. It is a little difficult to hike in some parts because it can get kinda slippery. I'd...

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    eoc
    with manuelruizapatero
    Distance
    3.87mi
    Elevation +
    728f
    TrailRank
    94| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofGlaciar Franz Joseph y Sentinel Rock Photo ofGlaciar Franz Joseph y Sentinel Rock Photo ofGlaciar Franz Joseph y Sentinel Rock

    La zona del glaciar Franz Joseph sufrió, al igual que el resto de Westland, los efectos de un ciclón tropical la semana anterior, que provocó daños graves en infraestructuras importantes, como la carretera 6 o diferentes...

    Impresionantes fotos y muy buena descripción
    luis.perecruz
    Impresionantes paisajes
    javeadeverano
    Impresionante glaciar muy cerca del mar y con flora tropical.... Paseo precioso, hacer pronto pues luego se llena.
    manuelruizapatero
  • Alex Knob track

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    Distance
    9.73mi
    Elevation +
    3648f
    TrailRank
    26

    8h overall. 4h up and 3,5h down (+ some time on the top). Plan as whole day trip. Done on 01.01.2020. Conditions: Very cloudy and wet. No visibility for most of the track. Closer to the top we went above the clouds. D...

  • Distance
    0.63mi
    Elevation +
    121f
    TrailRank
    24
    Photo of297 Franz Josef Glacier Valley Walk Photo of297 Franz Josef Glacier Valley Walk Photo of297 Franz Josef Glacier Valley Walk

    297) Franz Josef Glacier Valley Walk - 4th March 2020 - NEW Return Distance 2km, Max Elevation 252m, Climb 29m, Time 1hr, Level - Easy - Pops, Hannah Co-ordinates: -43.423370, 170.169060 My Blog: Unfortunately we cou...

  • 296 Sentinel Rock Walk

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    Distance
    0.28mi
    Elevation +
    36f
    TrailRank
    22
    Photo of296 Sentinel Rock Walk Photo of296 Sentinel Rock Walk Photo of296 Sentinel Rock Walk

    296) Sentinel Rock Walk - 4th March 2020 - NEW Return Distance 900mm, Max Elevation 266m, Climb 39m, Time 0.5hr, Level - Easy - Pops, Elaine, Hannah Co-ordinates: -43.423380, 170.168940 My Blog: Our first ever opport...

  • Distance
    7.72mi
    Elevation +
    1949f
    TrailRank
    82| Rating 4.5
    Photo ofRoberts Point Track - Franz Josef Glacier 2016-08-09 8:37 Photo ofRoberts Point Track - Franz Josef Glacier 2016-08-09 8:37 Photo ofRoberts Point Track - Franz Josef Glacier 2016-08-09 8:37

    Roberts Point Track - Franz Josef Glacier 2016-08-09 8:37 (català - english) Com he comentat en el track del Fox Glacier, és molt fàcil arribar al davant dels glaciars, però també hi ha l’opció de buscar algun camí q...

    Ruta muy entretenida que te deja en un observatorio bastante bueno sobre el Franz Josef
    Saltacamberas
    Well explain and accurate description
    axltope
  • Franz Josef Glacier [04/04/2017]

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    Distance
    3.90mi
    Elevation +
    883f
    TrailRank
    75
    Photo ofFranz Josef Glacier [04/04/2017] Photo ofFranz Josef Glacier [04/04/2017] Photo ofFranz Josef Glacier [04/04/2017]

    Ruta des de l'aparcament de la glacera Franz Josef fins al mirador de la mateixa glacera, passant pel costat del riu Waiho a través de la vall, i fent el mateix camí tant a l'anada com a la tornada, amb l'excepció de la ...

  • NZ 03 Franz Joseph

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    Distance
    7.23mi
    Elevation +
    1063f
    TrailRank
    62
    Photo ofNZ 03 Franz Joseph Photo ofNZ 03 Franz Joseph Photo ofNZ 03 Franz Joseph

    NZ 3 Franz Joseph Esta ruta nos lleva a través de un bosque con muchas especies diferentes de helechos, en un bosque tropical, a disfrutar de vistas del glaciar Franz Joseph, que cada año retrocede poco a poco por la sub...

  • Franz Josef -robert point track

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    Distance
    7.04mi
    Elevation +
    2208f
    TrailRank
    59
    Photo ofFranz Josef -robert point track Photo ofFranz Josef -robert point track Photo ofFranz Josef -robert point track

    Franz Josef -robert point track percorso per alcuni tratti molto impegnativo, specialmente in discesa. occorrono oltre a scarpe da trekking una buona abilità a camminare in discesa sui massi. da non fare a seguito o du...

  • Distance
    6.83mi
    Elevation +
    1827f
    TrailRank
    57
    Photo ofNew Zealand - Robert Point Franz Josef Glacier Photo ofNew Zealand - Robert Point Franz Josef Glacier Photo ofNew Zealand - Robert Point Franz Josef Glacier

    Link to the blog post - Enlace a la pagina en el blog Track Description / Características de la Ruta: Distance / Distancia: 11km Elevation Gain / Ascenso: 598m Max / Min Altitude: 622m / 205m Difficulty / Dific...

  • Distance
    3.76mi
    Elevation +
    948f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofRobert Point Track (Nueva Zelanda) Photo ofRobert Point Track (Nueva Zelanda) Photo ofRobert Point Track (Nueva Zelanda)

    RUTA REALIZADA EN NOVIEMBRE Hoy teníamos previsto hacer una excursión de unos 12 kms. para llegar al llamado «Robert Track Point», el punto más cercano a la lengua del Glaciar Franz Josef a donde se puede llegar actua...

  • Distance
    7.40mi
    Elevation +
    2129f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofRoberts Point Track (Mirador Franz Josef Glacier) Photo ofRoberts Point Track (Mirador Franz Josef Glacier) Photo ofRoberts Point Track (Mirador Franz Josef Glacier)

    Ruta que nos lleva desde el parking de coches del glaciar hasta el mirador de Roberts Point, uno de los más cercanos al glaciar de Franz Josef. La ruta es fácil a poco que estés acostumbrado a realizar trekkings y tengas...

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