Copland Valley Track | Tramping (Hiking) Video Series | New Zealand

The West Coast of the South Island is well-known as one of the wildest and wettest regions in the entire world. The Copland Valley track is one of the most popular tramping destinations on the West Coast with its natural hot pools a strong draw. The high annual rainfall makes for some spectacular rainforest to go with the stunning mountain views, but it also makes this area one of the most dynamic in Aotearoa with flooded rivers, rockfall and land slips a frequent occurrence.

This video explores the track up the valley to help you prepare for the remote, harsh, and ever-changing conditions so that you make it home safely.

Brought to you by the NZ Mountain Safety Council + their Partners + Quite Nice Films

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[JevonWright]

I saw you'd checked in at Douglas Rock hut, what a great (and very challenging) adventure that was! :D

[hikingzone]

How long will take to
cross other side of Mt cook ??

[philipwilkie]

Literally 10's of thousands of people have crossed Copland Pass - to make a blanket statement that it is "not safe" is ludicrous on the evidence. Yes it is a serious Main Divide Alpine Pass, and reasonable experience, skill and fitness is highly desirable. But FFS I have a good mate who once carried his road touring bicycle over it as a short-cut.