Torres Peak

Torres Peak reaches 3,160 meters in the Southern Alps and sits roughly two kilometers north of Mount Cook. The summit involves mixed terrain with snow, ice, and rock, creating a technical climb suited to experienced mountaineers.

Mountaineers Ebenezer Teichelmann, Alec Graham, and Henry Edward Newton reached the summit for the first time on February 4, 1907, using a route through Katies Col. This pioneering ascent established the mountain as an important objective in the alpine exploration of New Zealand.

The peak is part of Westland Tai Poutini National Park and holds significance for mountaineers seeking technical climbing challenges in the Southern Alps. It attracts climbers who value the skill and experience required to navigate its demanding terrain.

Climbers typically access the peak via helicopter from Fox Glacier township, which is the main entry point for expeditions. Bring technical climbing gear suited for snow, ice, and rock climbing conditions.

The peak ranks thirteenth among over two thousand summits in the Southern Alps, with Mount Tasman standing as its nearest higher neighbor. This position reveals how the mountain commands respect despite being overshadowed by even higher alpine neighbors.

Location: Westland District

Elevation above the sea: 3,160 m

GPS coordinates: -43.55965,170.14634

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:01