11 October 2026
Cloudy, with the odd early morning shower, clearing to fine in the afternoon. Northwesterlies for a time afternoon and early evening.
9° / 21°
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1 / 19Wither Hills Farm Park
Mount Vernon Track
The Mount Vernon walking track is one of the finest vantage points in Marlborough, providing excellent views of Blenheim and the Wairau Plains.
Distance
5.5 km
Walking time
1-4 hours
Difficulty
Intermediate
Dogs
Not allowed
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
Blenheim forecast
Issued 11 Oct 2026, 12:31 am
12 October 2026
Fine. Light winds, then northerlies developing in the afternoon.
10° / 23°
13 October 2026
Fine. Northwesterlies.
12° / 24°
14 October 2026
Mostly cloudy, with the chance of a shower from morning. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
11° / 20°
15 October 2026
Showers, some heavy. Southeasterlies developing in the afternoon.
6° / 16°
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Mount Vernon Track on the map
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About Mount Vernon Track
From the Redwood Street Car Park head up the Lower Sutherland Stream and Covenant Tracks to the Mount Vernon Lookout, returning via the Mount Vernon Track. For more information about walking and mountain bike tracks available at the Wither Hills Farm Park, visit the Marlborough District Council website
Essential information for Mount Vernon Track
Be aware of potential fire danger - particularly in dry, windy conditions. Keep to walking tracks. Bikers give way to walkers, stock and vehicles on shared tracks. Do not disturb stock, wildlife or vegetation. Leave all gates as found. Carry out all rubbish. Sorry – as this is a working farm, no dogs are allowed.
Getting there for Mount Vernon Track
The track starts and ends from the Redwood Street Carpark. Use this location in Google maps to 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
Before you walk Mount Vernon 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.