15m max drop (1x40m rope recommended) 2hrs/2 + 2hr/1hr (Approach /upper + lower section / return) Public access An ideal beginner canyon to have fun down and learn ropework. None of the drops are too committing, you can scout everything on the way up and there are a ton of slides! Those heading to the…
Category: 2 Star Canyons
Dorothy Falls v4a3II**
50m | 5-6hrs | Public access
Lake Kaniere, West Coast
Canyon Creek v5a3IV**
2x80m | Full day | Public Access
A high-quality remote canyon accessed by boat accross Lake Te Anau
Son of Gloomy
Descended by the French Aotearoa Exped in 2017, whilst scouting the Gloomy Gorge area. Second descent in Feb 2024 by Andrew Humphreys, Charlotte Workman et al. First descent French Aotearoa Expedition 2016/17, whilst in preparations to descent Gloomy Gorge. Second known descent, Andrew Humphreys, Dale Strang, Charlotte Workman et al March 2024. Andrew and his…