One of the most committing, sustained and narrow canyons in NZ. 44 pitches, super solid dark schist, deep, narrow, sustained. Don’t forget the “Slot of Doom”, with a handline to access 3 pitches (one including a deviation) on a 45m drop. If it had jumps it might be a 5 star canyon…
Author: Dan Clearwater
Mathews Stream v6a4V**
45m (2×50)
14hrs
Public Access
Very long, steep, committing mountain stream with some nice narrows. A significant undertaking.
Narrow Spur
Unsure precisely which stream, but locals have checked it out and say there’s nothign interesting. No idea how high they entered.
End Peak – East Stream
Apparently explored by locals, who reckon there were no features of interest. No idea how high they got in.