Mount Fyffe | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,602 m (5,256 ft) |
Prominence | 1,602 m (5,256 ft) |
Coordinates | 42°18′37.59″S 173°36′44.73″E / 42.3104417°S 173.6124250°E[1] |
Geography | |
South Island, New Zealand | |
Parent range | Seaward Kaikōura Range |
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]
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]
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]