There are approximately 4 km of wheelchair accessible tracks at the Paradise Trust. The Paradise Trust isn't very well sign posted so be on the lookout after passing Arcadia House on the left side of the road.  Look for a small turn off to the left with two postboxes.  The Paradise Trust is accessed via the driveway beyond the post box to the right.  Park near the information plaques and go for a wander around the property.

Accessible by boat charter from Kinloch or Glenorchy or by kayak trip.  A rodent free island where it is possible to see the rare and endangered Mohua and Weka.

Time: Half Day
Difficulty: Moderate

Between the Routeburn Flats Hut and the Routeburn Falls Hut is a significant gain in elevation.  This steady climb through the beech forest crosses 2 swing bridges and offers spectacular views of the vallely below.  In 1994, heavy rain created a slip which washed awya part of the original track.  Take care when crossing the slip, particularly after heavy rain.  The bridge at Emily Creek is the midway point of this section of the track.  If trekking early or late in the season, beware of avalanches that have been know to fall as far as the bridge.  Be sure to visit the waterfall this hut was named for - approximately 15 min walk past the hut.

Time: 5 - 7 hours return
Difficulty: Moderate

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The first segment of the Routeburn Track makes an ideal day walk for those who are short on time.  The wide, well maintained easy graded track crosses several swing bridges, goes past bridal veil falls and over the Routeburn Gorge before opening up to vast grassy flats.  The trail forks at the end of the first segment with the fork to the right leading to Routeburn Flats Hut and the fork to the left continuing on to Routeburn Falls Hut.

Time: 3 - 5 hours
Difficulty: Easy

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This track is suitable for people with moderate to high level backcountry skills and experience. Situated north of Glenorchy and signposted near the Scott Creek bridge left on the Routeburn/Kinloch Road.

The walk is 5 hours to the bushline and the route is irregularly marked.  The track is steep and in some places parts are obscured or washed out.  You may occasionally need to follow the creek bed.   From the old musterers hut, you can access the Caples Valley via Kay Creek.

WARNING: This track is irregularly marked and requires river crossings, which can be dangerous during high rainfall. You can be bluffed out at the saddle in poor visibility. Not recommended for children, route finding skills essential.

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