10 October 2026
Scattered showers, possibly heavy and thundery with hail, easing this evening.
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1 / 1Ruataniwha Conservation Park
Hopkins valley tracks
Hopkins valley, in Ruataniwha Conservation Park, is near Lake Ōhau.
Distance
21 km
Walking time
7 - 11 hr 30 min hr one way
Difficulty
Intermediate, Advanced
Dogs
On-lead only
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
Outdoor alert
Outdoor alert
Outdoor alert
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Weather outlook
Canterbury High Country forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 9:23 pm
11 October 2026
Showers about the Divide, clearing in the evening, otherwise fine.
12 October 2026
Fine.
13 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers.
14 October 2026
Rain, with heavy falls.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Hopkins valley tracks on the map
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Essential preparation for Hopkins valley tracks
Read the reviews below If you've walked this track before, please leave a track review and photos below. Get ready to go Use the Land Safety Code to help you plan, prepare, and stay safe on your trip. Choose the right trip for you - Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it. Understand the weather - It can change fast. Check the forecast and change your plans if needed. Pack warm clothes and extra food - Prepare for bad weather and an unexpected night out. Share your plans and take ways to get help - Telling a trusted person your trip details and taking a distress beacon can save your life. Take care of yourself and each other - Eat, drink and rest, stick with your group and make decisions together.
Dog access for Hopkins valley tracks
Dogs on a leash only.
Before you walk Hopkins valley tracks
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.