Mount Fyffe is a mountain peak in the Seaward Kaikōura Range, in the Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island.[2] The mountain was named after Robert Fyffe, a whaler who introduced sheep and milking goats to Kaikōura.[3]

Mount Fyffe
Ridge leading to the top of Mount Fyffe
Highest point
Elevation1,602 m (5,256 ft)
Prominence1,602 m (5,256 ft)
Coordinates42°18′37.59″S 173°36′44.73″E / 42.3104417°S 173.6124250°E / -42.3104417; 173.6124250[1]
Geography
Mount Fyffe is located in New Zealand
Mount Fyffe
Mount Fyffe
South Island, New Zealand
Parent rangeSeaward Kaikōura Range

Location

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The summit is around 11 km from Kaikōura.[1] On a clear day, it provides views of the Banks Peninsula to the south and the North Island to the north.[3]

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.[4]

Access

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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.[3]

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References

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  1. ^ a b "Mt Fyffe, Canterbury – NZ Topo Map". NZ Topo Map. Land Information New Zealand. Retrieved 21 July 2021.
  2. ^ "Place name detail: Mount Fyffe". New Zealand Gazetteer. New Zealand Geographic Board. Retrieved 21 July 2021.
  3. ^ a b c "Mt Fyffe and the Seaward Kaikōura Range". www.doc.govt.nz. Department of Conservation. Retrieved 21 July 2021.
  4. ^ "Mt Fyffe Hut". doc.govt.nz. Department of Conservation. Retrieved 21 July 2021.