Mount Fyffe is a mountain peak in the Seaward Kaikoura Range,

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. The mountain was named after Robert Fyffe, a whaler who introduced sheep and milking goats to Kaikōura.

Location

The summit lies within cirka 11 km of

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. On a clear day, it provides views of the

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in the south and

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in the north. About 2 kms from the top, there is a backcountry shelter Mt Fyffe Hut. 8-bunk hut is managed by the

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Access

A rough 4WD track goes all the way to the top of Mount Fyffe. This track can be used both by hikers and mountain bikers.

Gallery

File:Mt Fyffe Hut, Kaikoura Ranges, New Zealand.jpg, Mt Fyffe Hut File:View from Mt Fyffe, Kaikoura Ranges, New Zealand.jpg, View from Mt Fyffe towards

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File:Track up Mount Fyffe 738.jpg, Track up Mount Fyffe File:Kaikoura Peninsula and Mt. Fyffe.JPG, Kaikoura Peninsula and Mt Fyffe

References

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