Pelion to Kia Ora

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8.5 km ↑ 338 m Very challenging One way segment ↓ 325 m

Starting from Pelion Hut this walk gently climbs through the rainforest to Pelion Gap plateau with some very short side trips to some lovely cascades. If you have spare time and favourable weather you can opt for the side trip to Mt Ossa or Mt Pelion East. From the gap wander down through Pinestone Valley with stunning views of Cathedral Mountain to your left, before reaching the peaceful and sheltered Kia Ora hut, camping area and cascades. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

This is part of longer journey and can not be completed on it is own. Full journey: The Overland Track

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Class 5 of 6 Rough unclear track

Quality of track Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)

Gradient Very steep (4/6)

Signage Clearly signposted (2/6)

Infrastructure Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Experience Required Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)

Weather Forecasted & unexpected severe weather likely to have an impact on your navigation and safety (5/6)

Before you start any journey ensure you; • Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are late returning • Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge to undertake this journey safely • Consider weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers • Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point • Are healthy and fit enough for this journey Share If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help. Bushwalk.com /j/UZALHV

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About 90 m past the end is "Kia Ora Falls".