Windy Canyon

Located in the centre east of the island, the canyon is a wind funnel shaped from andesitic rock.

The canyon is located on one of the highest stretches of the island, less than 200 m below the 621 m summit of Mount Hobson (the highest point of the island).

[2] Palmers Track winds through the canyon, with the first part of the track (rising from the Okiwi-Claris road in the east) being boardwalked, and equipped with wooden stairs to allow access (15 minutes' walk) to the ridge.

From there, the track leads further west to Mount Hobson (Hirakimatā).

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