Camp Saddle Track

There are avalanches in this area in winter and early spring (May-November). We recommend choosing another track at these times.

Camp Saddle Track

The track from Broken River ski field road is the easiest way to get to Camp Saddle. From the locked gate and carpark where the road crosses Camp Stream, walk 1 km to the signposted track (opposite the ski club tractor shed). A wide four-wheel drive track narrows as it climbs steadily towards the saddle. It passes through beech forest then emerges into open tussock, and poles mark the route to Camp Saddle. The climb to the saddle generally takes 1-2 hours.

Going beyond Camp Saddle

There are no tracks or marked DOC routes beyond Camp Saddle. It is best suited for experienced backcountry trampers, who have good gear and are confident navigating in untracked terrain (including using a map and compass).

Camp Saddle to Lyndon Saddle (no track)

Time: 1 - 2 hr one way

From Camp Saddle, trampers can navigate themselves to Lyndon Saddle by continuing southeast along the well-defined ridge. After an hour descend steeply down a scree slope. Stay on the left of the scree to join an unmarked track through the beech forest to Lyndon Saddle. It is much easier to go down scree than scramble up it, so this trip is better done as a descent.

Camp Saddle to Craigieburn Edge Track (no track)

Time: 2 hr one way

You can descend from Camp Saddle down soft scree and tussock to Craigieburn Edge Track. It is also possible to ascend to Camp Saddle this way.