Roys Peak, Mountain summit near Wanaka, New Zealand
The trail to Roys Peak extends 16 kilometers with an elevation gain of 1,258 meters through steep sections and switchbacks to reach 1,578 meters.
Early settlers named this mountain after Scottish figure Rob Roy MacGregor, while Māori people used the surrounding area as a travel route between lakes.
The mountain track closes annually from October through November to protect newborn lambs during the seasonal farming activities in the region.
Hikers require 6 to 7 hours for the round trip, needing at least 2 liters of water per person as there are no refill stations.
The mountain ridge presents continuous views of Lake Wānaka and Mount Aspiring, with a notable viewpoint located 30 minutes below the actual summit.
Location: Queenstown-Lakes District
Elevation above the sea: 1,578 m
GPS coordinates: -44.69400,169.04873
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:13
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