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Cobden Cave Walk
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Walking
An easy one-way walk of 150 metres to the cave entrance. The first chamber can be entered without a torch. A narrow slot gives access beyond the first chamber but visitors are advised to only venture within the first chamber.
An easy one way walk of 150 metres to the cave entrance. The first chamber can be entered without a torch. A narrow slot gives access beyond the first chamber but visitors are advised not to venture beyond the first chamber. Visitors need to be careful when they venture into the cave as the track gets steep and there is the potential to lose footing. Good sturdy footwear is recommended especially if visitors venture into the cave.
Conditions
Visitors are advised not to venture beyond the first chamber. Visitors need to be careful when they venture into the cave as the track gets steep and there is the potential to lose footing. Good sturdy footwear is recommended especially if visitors venture into the cave.
How to get here
Entry by Cobden Bridge
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Track Elevation and Map
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More information
This track is part of the Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa track database. Herenga ā Nuku has maps and advice about public access to the outdoors.
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz.
We recommend trying these online learning tools:
Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel.
Page last updated: 23/09/2025, 4:11 pm