| Section 3: Alpine Vista Ocean Ridge - Lake Harris Key Points: Ocean Ridge. 14.0km. 1220m Deadmans Track Junction. 17.9km. 1150m Harris Shelter. 19.0km. 1240m Lake Harris (Highest Point). 19.8km. 1300m |  |
Have a look at your watch as you come over Ocean Ridge. By time, you are approximately half way.
From Ocean Ridge to Deadmans Track you will have a majestic alpine vista across to the Darran Mountains, and down the Hollyford Valley towards the deserted paradise of Martins Bay. A manicured surface, and undulating terrain make this one of the fastest sections of the event.
There is a good chance you will hear and see Kea during the event. The large mountain parrot is recognisable by its shrill ‘keeeaaa’ call. The clown of of the mountain will likely be hanging around scavenging off anything it can get it's beak onto.
From Ocean Ridge to Deadmans Track you will have a majestic alpine vista across to the Darran Mountains, and down the Hollyford Valley towards the deserted paradise of Martins Bay. A manicured surface, and undulating terrain make this one of the fastest sections of the event.
There is a good chance you will hear and see Kea during the event. The large mountain parrot is recognisable by its shrill ‘keeeaaa’ call. The clown of of the mountain will likely be hanging around scavenging off anything it can get it's beak onto.
From Deadmans Track, you begin the fourth and final climb of the event. A 2km climb to the highest point of the event.
Uniquely, the Routeburn track traverses two national parks, so as you reach Harris Shelter, you can say goodbye to the Fiordland National Park, and hello to to the Mt. Aspiring National Park.
Remember to freshen your lipstick and practice your smile as you leave Harris Shelter. Lake Harris is just around the corner and there will undoubtedly be a photographer nestled behind a rock ready to capture the moment.
Uniquely, the Routeburn track traverses two national parks, so as you reach Harris Shelter, you can say goodbye to the Fiordland National Park, and hello to to the Mt. Aspiring National Park.
Remember to freshen your lipstick and practice your smile as you leave Harris Shelter. Lake Harris is just around the corner and there will undoubtedly be a photographer nestled behind a rock ready to capture the moment.
