Mount Fyffe is a mountain peak in the Seaward Kaikoura Range, Canterbury region of New Zealand's South Island.[2] The mountain was named after Robert Fyffe, a whaler who introduced sheep and milking goats to Kaikōura.[3]

Mount Fyffe
Ridge leading to the top of Mount Fyffe
Highest point
Elevation	1,602 m (5,256 ft)
Prominence	1,602 m (5,256 ft)
Coordinates	42°18′37.59″S 173°36′44.73″E[1]
Geography
Mount Fyffe South Island, New Zealand
Parent range	Seaward Kaikoura Range

Location

The summit lies within cirka 11 km of Kaikōura.[1] On a clear day, it provides views of the Banks Peninsula in the south and North Island in the north.[3]

About 2 kms from the top, there is a backcountry shelter Mt Fyffe Hut. 8-bunk hut is managed by the Department of Conservation.[4]

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.[3]

Gallery

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  Mt Fyffe Hut
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  View from Mt Fyffe towards Manakau
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  Track up Mount Fyffe
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  Kaikoura Peninsula and Mt Fyffe

References