Blairich Reserve
Name |
Blairich Reserve |
Location |
Awatere Valley |
Co-ordinates |
1677769 5384470 |
Alternative co-ordinates |
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Configuration |
Network |
Distance |
5 km |
Status |
On-leash |
Grade |
Moderate |
Access |
Take Awatere Valley Road off SH1 at Dashwood, ca. 2.5 km north of Seddon. Track starts ca. 13 km from SH1 Small, triangular parkig area on the right; track starts from gate, running almost parallel to road. |
Description |
A Y-shaped pair of tracks, offering access to the Black Birch Range in thre Awatere Valley on a newly opened mountain bike track. The stem of the Y involves a reasonably gentle climb beside the Black Birch Stream, until the track forks. Right takes you up a short, steep climb to an altitude of 500 metres or so. Left gives a steadier and much longer climb up to the Black Birch Bivouac at about 850 metres. Both ways involve some minor stream crossings. The lower section of the track is also used for farm vehicles, so stay alert. Dog status not yet confirmed. |
Connecting tracks |
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Further information |