View from above Temple Basin Lodge
Temple Basin Track
Located in Arthur's Pass National Park in the Canterbury region
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Introduction
A nature photographer’s dream, experience expansive mountain views and alpine birdlife on this track to Temple Basin.2.1 km one way
Dog access
This track starts from above the bush line at the Temple Basin car park, 5 km north of Arthur’s Pass Village. It zigzags steeply up the hill to an open tussock basin, ski-club buildings, and the Lockwood day shelter.
From November to February, the alpine flowers present in the alpine meadows are typically in bloom.
On a clear day you get magnificent views of Mt Rolleston/Kaimatau across the valley.
This track starts above the bush-line from the SH73 roadside carpark for Temple Basin ski-field, 5 km towards the West Coast from Arthur’s Pass township.
Be safe and be aware – this is mountain country.
- Take warm clothing, a raincoat, sunhat, sunscreen, something to eat and drink and strong footwear (boots are recommended).
- Check the weather forecast before you go. Be aware that mountain weather can change quickly.
- Walking on tracks and routes above the bush-line (the upper edge of the forest) is recommended only in good weather conditions. This route is marked as far as the ski field. Above the bush-line you are exposed to the severity of the mountain weather.
- When snow covers the ground, routes will be less obvious and there may also be a danger of avalanches. Snow climbing equipment is recommended.
Contacts
| Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 318 9211 |
| arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 104 West Coast Road Arthur's Pass 7654 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |