Lake Wilson, Mt Aspiring National Park

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Lake Wilson. Photo: David McIlroy

Take the iconic Routeburn Track as far as Harris Saddle and Lake Harris.

Walk beneath Conical Hill and climb between Mts Xenicus and Erebus until you reach the head of the small stream.

Sidle across to Lake Wilson. Either camp here or head back to Routeburn Falls Hut.

Distance
14.6km
Grade
Easy / Moderate
Area
Mt Aspiring National Park
Time
2days
Accom.
Routeburn Flat Hut (Great Walk, 20 bunks); Routeburn Falls Hut (Great Walk, 48 bunks)
Access
From the end of Routeburn Rd
Map
CB09

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