10 October 2026
Cloudy with the odd shower. Rain developing at night, possibly heavy. Easterlies turning northerly this evening.
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Pukaka Valley Track
This forested valley is part of Mt Robertson Scenic Reserve and provides good tramping and hunting opportunities and gives alternative access to the Mount Robertson loop and summit tracks.
Distance
3.6 km
Walking time
3-5 hr
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
Nelson forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 11:01 pm
11 October 2026
Rain at first, possibly heavy, then showers easing in the afternoon, clearing early evening. Northerlies, turning westerly in the afternoon.
12 October 2026
Fine. Northerlies developing for a time in the afternoon.
13 October 2026
A few showers, clearing in the evening. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
Rain, becoming persistent with heavy falls in the evening. Northerlies developing in the morning.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Pukaka Valley Track on the map
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Explore the track route and surrounding area before you set out.
Essential preparation for Pukaka Valley Track
To access the loop and summit tracks from the carpark, follow the track up Pukaka Stream crossing it in several places (unbridged crossings). Eventually the track leaves the stream and climbs up to the Mount Robertson Loop Track . From the carpark allow three hours to Whites Bay and five hours to the Mt Robertson summit. Pukaka Valley Track has flood-damaged areas that are passable with care. However walkers and mountain bikers should allow extra time for their trip. Use this location on Google Maps to help find your way there.
Dog access for Pukaka Valley Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Pukaka 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.