WebDun Mountain (1129 m) is located on the Bryant Range, southeast of central Nelson. It is the namesake of the popular Coppermine Trail, as well as the Dun Mountain Mineral Belt … WebThere are two routes to Dun Mountain: by a poor track along the South Branch of the Maitai River, and by a fine-weather road starting from Brook Street reservoir near Nelson city and following the route of the old mine tramway up to the west side of Wooded Peak.

Dew Lakes and Dun Mountain Loop Tasman - Tinytramper®

WebDescription. This classic trail completes a loop of Nelson's stunning lush forests and mineral belt, including a fun and flowing descent of 850m. The first half follows the route of the historic Dun Mountain Railway, which was completed in 1862 bringing chromite from the Duppa Lode near Coppermine Saddle until the ore ran out in1866. WebThis track, actually a 4WD pylon maintenance road, climbs over Maungatapu Saddle between the Pelorus and Maitai Valleys. The track … black style kitchen

Dun Mountain Trail - Nelson Regional Development …

WebDescription. Once parked as described, carry on that tarseal road for a couple of hundred metres, (over the Maitai Dam outflow) until the road ends at a wire fence and sign with walking times for the Dun Mountain trail, Dew Lakes etc. Follow that 4WD track, but keep on the track rather than turning off to the left to go to the Rush Pool or Dew Lakes … Web120 km Brook Street, Nelson to St Arnaud, there’s almost 7000 m ascent involved time Alpine Route, Mt Richmond Forest Park possible in 8 days for hut jumpers, better to take up to 12 when Alpine Route, Mt Richmond Forest Park November to April inclusive. WebThe Dun Mountain Railway was officially opened amidst great fanfare on Monday 3 February, 1862. From the port, across the city, the horse-drawn tramway then climbed from Brook Street to a height of 2870 feet where it terminated … black style python