EstadoNieve

Silica Rapids Walk

Hiking in Whakapapa

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Distance
4.7km
Elevation gain
+58m
−170 m
Min / max elevation
1,129–1,303m
Start / end
1,251 → 1,142m

Map

The track has 2 separate sections in OpenStreetMap; the figures are for the main one.

Elevation profile

1,1001,2001,3001 km2 km3 km4 km4.7 km

Track from OpenStreetMap and heights from the terrain model (Copernicus, 90 m): distance and elevation gain are approximate and may differ from a GPS reading.

Is it a good time for hiking?

Whakapapa · 1,569 m
  • Today
    Good conditions
    • · no warnings in the forecast
  • Tomorrow
    Good conditions
    • · no warnings in the forecast

Silica Rapids Walk

Before you go

Check the forecast by altitude, not just the valley: it is colder and windier up high. In summer storms build in the afternoon; start early and turn back if the sky closes in. Carry water, sun protection and a warm layer even if it is hot below.

There is not always phone coverage in the mountains: download the map before you go, tell someone your plan and call 112 in any emergency. These data come from OpenStreetMap and the weather forecast; confirm with the resort and official sources.

This is not the resort's official programme: it is what is mapped in OpenStreetMap within 5 km of the resort centre. Check opening times on the resort's own website. © OpenStreetMap