9 October 2026
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Cameron Valley Track
Starting from Cameron Creek car park, this technical and challenging tramp climbs above an impressive gorge and through native forest to the 4-bunk Cameron Hut.
Distance
12.4 km
Walking time
5 - 6 hr one way
Difficulty
Advanced
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
Predator control for Mt Aspiring National Park
Outdoor alert
Outdoor alert
Predator control for Mt Aspiring National Park
Predator control for Mt Aspiring National Park
Weather outlook
Mount Aspiring National Park forecast
Issued 9 Oct 2026, 7:33 am
10 October 2026
Cloud increasing in the morning, then showers developing in the afternoon. Snow lowering to 2000 metres in the evening.
11 October 2026
Showers clearing to partly cloudy in the afternoon. Snow to 2100 metres until afternoon.
12 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers.
13 October 2026
Heavy rain developing, with snow to 2400 metres.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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About Cameron Valley Track
The Cameron Valley’s entrance features a striking gorge with towering bluffs and a cascading waterfall. Starting from the Cameron Creek car park, the track climbs through small bluffs before sidling above the gorge—some sections are steep and exposed. Beyond the gorge, the track crosses a large, unstable slip before reaching the river, about two hours from the car park. After crossing the river, the track re-enters the forest and continues to the south branch, emerging onto a grassy river flat. The route is unmarked across the flat, but Cameron Hut sits on the true left at the southern end.
Essential information for Cameron Valley Track
This area has terrain that can produce avalanches that cross the track, usually from May into November.
Getting there for Cameron Valley Track
Located an hour north of Wānaka on SH6, this track begins on your right 2.4km after passing the Blue Pools Track. Use this location on Google Maps to help find your way there.
Helpful resources
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz . We recommend trying these online learning tools: Trip Planning Tramping / field Skills Basic Navigation River Safety Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel
Dog access for Cameron Valley Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Cameron Valley Track
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.