Mount Burnett

Mount Burnett is a summit rising 641 meters in Kahurangi National Park, marking the northwest edge of the Aorere River valley in Golden Bay. The surrounding slopes are covered with forest that frames the valley below.

European settlers found deposits of materials useful for making hydraulic cement near the mountain in the 1880s, which led to the establishment of cement works in Ferntown. This industrial development shaped the region's economy for decades.

The mountain and surrounding areas in Kahurangi National Park represent an important conservation zone containing multiple endemic plant species and rare wildlife.

The mountain sits within a protected national park area, so access and visiting conditions follow park guidelines. Travelers should check local conditions and any required permissions before planning a visit.

The mountain provides habitat for Powelliphanta gilliesi gilliesi, a critically endangered giant land snail found only there. These large snails play an important role in the local forest ecosystem.

GPS coordinates: -40.63908,172.63995

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:01