Mount Fyffe
Mount Fyffe is a mountain peak in the Seaward Kaikōura Range, in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island. The mountain was named after Robert Fyffe, a whaler who introduced sheep and milking goats to Kaikōura.
Location
The summit is around 11 km from Kaikōura. On a clear day, it provides views of the Banks Peninsula to the south and the North Island to the north.
About 2 kms from the top, there is a backcountry shelter Mt Fyffe Hut. This 8-bunk hut is managed by the Department of Conservation.
Access
A rough 4WD track goes all the way to the top of Mount Fyffe. This track can be used both by hikers and mountain bikers.
Gallery
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Mt Fyffe Hut -
View from Mt Fyffe towards Manakau -
Track up Mount Fyffe -
Kaikōura Peninsula and Mt Fyffe
References
- ^ "Mt Fyffe, Canterbury – NZ Topo Map". NZ Topo Map. Land Information New Zealand. Retrieved 21 July 2021.
- ^ "Place name detail: Mount Fyffe". New Zealand Gazetteer. New Zealand Geographic Board. Retrieved 21 July 2021.
- ^ "Mt Fyffe and the Seaward Kaikōura Range". www.doc.govt.nz. Department of Conservation. Retrieved 21 July 2021.
- ^ "Mt Fyffe Hut". doc.govt.nz. Department of Conservation. Retrieved 21 July 2021.