11 October 2026
Showers, possibly heavy, becoming few and far between in the morning, then clearing to fine early evening. Northerlies turning westerly in the afternoon, dying out early evening.
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1 / 16Pelorus Sound/Te Hoiere and Kenepuru Sound area
Mount Stokes Track
This tramping track in Kenepuru Sound follows a ridge to the summit (1203 m), the highest point in the Sounds.
Distance
6.75 km
Walking time
4-5 hrs return
Difficulty
Advanced
Dogs
Allowed — check local rules
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Marlborough forecast
Issued 11 Oct 2026, 5:43 am
12 October 2026
Fine. Light winds, then northerlies developing in the afternoon.
13 October 2026
Mainly fine, but isolated showers in the morning and afternoon. Northwesterlies.
14 October 2026
Showers developing in the morning. Northerlies developing in the morning.
15 October 2026
Showers, some heavy. Southeasterlies developing.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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About Mount Stokes Track
Walk to a saddle with views over Anakoha Bay and Forsyth Island, then ascend through mountain bush to Mt Stokes—the highest point in the Marlborough Sounds. This unique sub-alpine habitat offers spectacular views. The tramping track follows a ridge to a clearing at the 1,203 m summit.
Essential information for Mount Stokes Track
This track can encounter alpine conditions, including thick fog. Check the forecast before heading out, and avoid going past the bushline in poor visibility. Bring antihistamines if you're allergic to wasp stings.
Getting there for Mount Stokes Track
From Queen Charlotte Drive turn-off at Linkwater onto Kenepuru Road. The start of this track is 41 km from the turn-off at Linkwater. Kenepuru Road is narrow and winding. Check out the alerts tab above for road information. 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 Mount Stokes Track
Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact closest DOC office to get a permit.
Before you walk Mount Stokes 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.