11 October 2026
Mainly fine, the odd shower from late afternoon. Southwesterlies for a time afternoon and early evening.
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Walking track
Rock and Pillar Conservation Area
A short access track from Rock Road to the Rock and Pillar Conservation Area.
Distance
4 km
Walking time
1 hr 30 min one way
Difficulty
Advanced
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Issued 11 Oct 2026, 4:35 pm
11 October 2026
Mainly fine, the odd shower from late afternoon. Southwesterlies for a time afternoon and early evening.
12 October 2026
Morning cloud and possible fog, then fine. Low cloud returning about the coast at night affecting the Otago Peninsula. Northerlies, dying out for a time in the afternoon and evening.
13 October 2026
Partly cloudy, with a period of rain in the afternoon and evening. Northwesterlies, turning southerly in the evening.
14 October 2026
Occasional rain, persistent with heavy falls in the morning. Northeasterlies, dying out in the morning.
15 October 2026
Showers, some heavy, easing in the afternoon. Snow lowering to 600 metres in the morning. Southwesterlies.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
Explore the area
Explore the track route and surrounding area before you set out.
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No dogs.
Track information, access and weather can change. Confirm current alerts and land-manager information close to departure, tell someone your plans, and carry equipment appropriate for the route and conditions.