Brian O’Lyn Route
Located in Ahaura River and Lake Brunner catchments area in the West Coast region
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Introduction
A backcountry route that takes you above the bush-line and on to Lake Morgan hut.8.4 km one way
Dog access
Follow the 4WD track on the true left of the Haupiri River upstream until you reach a car park, where the start of the route is marked by a sign.
It is approximately 3 hr to the bush line (2.4 km).
The route is extremely steep for the first half and care needs to be taken. The route ends a few hundred metres past the bush-line.
It is straightforward tops travel from this point. The usual option is over Mount O’Shanessy to Lake Morgan Hut and then either on to the Crooked River or a bush-bash to Cone Creek Hut.
From the bush line it is another 5 hr to Lake Morgan Hut (6 km).
Drive north from Greymouth to Ngahere on SH7 and turn right on to Nelson Creek Road just past Ngahere (approximately 25 km).
Follow this road for approximately 30 km, then turn right on to Heaphy Road, just past Lake Haupiri.
The car park is signposted.
This route is accessed through private land. Contact the landowners for access: Gloriavale Christian Community, phone +64 3 738 0224.
Experience in the alpine environment is needed if you are going to travel through the tops and over Mount O’Shanessy. Mount O’Shanessy is 1462 m and the route is quite rugged.
Parties should be experienced and self-contained with cookers and a tent/tent fly in case of delays. Maps and a compass are essential.
Stay safe in the outdoors
- Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it.
- Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts.
- Pack warm clothes and extra food. Check gear lists.
- Share your plans and take ways to get help. Share directly or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk. Take a distress beacon.
- Take care of yourself and each other.
Contacts
| Paparoa National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 731 1895 |
| paparoavc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 4294 Coast Road Punakaiki RD 1 Runanga 7873 |
| Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |