20m (1x60m + throwbag)
10hr
Public access
Hokitika gorge
Long and physical. A big approach followed by an adventurous canyon with a mix of down climbing, abseils, and jumps.
Author: Richard Bramley
Cupola Creek v4a5IV***
15m (2×20 & throwbag)
12.5hrs
Public access
Travers Valley, Nelson Lakes NP
Magnificent slot canyon with bullet hard rock.
California Dreaming v4a2II**
40m
3hrs
Private land: access permission required.
A very pretty, low flow granite canyon with some stunning big rappels. A great beginners/intermediate half day out. Can be combined with neighbouring Fred’s canyon.