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NZ Walking Routes > Nelson > Nelson City > Dun Mountain Railway to Third House
Dun Mountain Railway to Third House
- Location
Tantragee Saddle Road, Nelson
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- Description
Dun Mountain, rising to 3,703 ft, is the highest mountain in the vicinity of Nelson City.
The Dun Mountain Railway was the first railway in New Zealand and was in fact an old tramway to Coppermine Saddle. Third House is a shelter in a large clearing that was originally a changeover point for the Tramway horses.
NOTE: This is a very popular walking track – many groups including children and many fellow mountain bikers use this track. Please descend with caution and be considerate of all track users.
Mostly wide single track with slight gradient. Some narrow parts and short descents and climbs out of gullies.
- Distance
- 17.0 km
- Duration
- 2.0 hours
- Level
- Medium
- Amenities
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- Historical
- Lookouts
- Mountain Biking / Biking
- Picnics
- Plant Life
- Toilets
- Tramping
- Source
- www.nelsoncitycouncil.co.nz
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