Wild weather delays reopening of several South Island Great Walks

Friday 31 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 31 Oct 2025, 2:37pm

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Severe spring weather has forced the Department of Conservation to delay the reopening of several Great Walks in the lower South Island. The Milford, Routeburn and Kepler tracks are affected by track damage, heavy snow and avalanche risks. Hikers are being urged to exercise caution due to unpredictable conditions.

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1. StuffFri 31 Oct 2025, 2:13pm

   Wild weather delays reopening of popular Great Walks in South Island (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesFri 31 Oct 2025, 2:37pm

   Disruptions on South's Great Walks in wake of wild weather (opens in new tab)