Gillespie Pass Circuit
New Zealand · Oceania · Hut-to-hut · score 62/100
At a glance
| Countries | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | Otago (Mt Aspiring NP) |
| Type | Hut-to-hut |
| Length | 58 km |
| Typical duration | 3-4 days |
| Difficulty | 4/5 (Hard) |
| Max altitude | 1600 m |
| Best season | Dec-Apr |
| Start | Makarora |
| End | Makarora (loop via Wilkin and Young valleys) |
| Permit / guide | DOC huts (tickets/pass); no booking system |
| Special gear | full alpine kit; river crossings |
Score
62/100
Compact alpine circuit over Gillespie Pass linking the Wilkin, Young and Makarora valleys
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.
Notes
58 km; pass altitude approximate (~1,600 m)
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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