Picton to Black Rock Campground
25.7 miles
Mile 1075.5
Margo hooked me up with a ride back to Picton, where I said farewell before heading over to Beachcombers Water Taxi. Here I booked transportation to Ship Cove, the northern terminus of the TA on the South Island.
By 8:00 I was cruising towards Ship Cove with a handful of tourists out for day hikes.
Just past 9:00 AM I’d reached my destination, debarking the boat to begin my trek of the Queen Charlotte Track.
Right off the back things got incredibly scenic. The trail headed south along a peninsula, offering sweeping views of islands and coves.
As the day progressed the views continued to impress. I’m already a big fan of the South Island!
In the afternoon I passed Bay of Many Coves Shelter, where I stopped for water before pushing on.
At 7:00 PM I reached Black Rock Campground, where I stopped for the night.
While munching down dinner this dang Weka wouldn’t leave me alone! Clearly people have been feeding him…
Cheers!