Avalanche Peak has sheer drops of around 80 metres (260 ft) at the peak of the mountain and therefore is not recommended in icy or windy weather.

[1][2] The Department of Conservation maintains two one-day tramping routes up to the summit, the Avalanche Peak Route and Scotts Route, both starting and easily accessible from Arthur's Pass village.

The peak is one of the most popular summer tramping routes in Arthur's Pass, offering views of several mountain ranges in the park on a clear day.

[6][7] Since 1933 there have been several reported fatalities of people attempting the peak.

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