Mount Tūtoko facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Tūtoko |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,723 m (8,934 ft) |
| Prominence | 2,191 m (7,188 ft) |
| Listing | Ultra New Zealand #23 |
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 Mount Tūtoko
Location in New Zealand
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| Location | South Island, New Zealand |
| Parent range | Darran Mountains |
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| First ascent | Turner and Graham, 1924 |
Mount Tūtoko is a very tall mountain in New Zealand. It is the highest peak in Fiordland National Park. This park is in the southwest part of the South Island. The mountain stands between the Hollyford Valley and Milford Sound. It is about 15 kilometers north of the Homer Tunnel. Mount Tūtoko is part of the Darran Mountains.
This glacier-covered mountain reaches a height of 2,723 meters (8,934 feet). You can see it from the Hollyford Track, a popular walking path. There are also two slightly lower peaks just south of the main summit.
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Climbing Mount Tūtoko
First Climbers
The first people to climb Mount Tūtoko were Samuel Turner and Peter Graham. They reached the top in 1924. They climbed the mountain using its northwest ridge. This was a big achievement at the time.
The Name of Mount Tūtoko
Official Name
The name of the mountain was officially made Mount Tūtoko on June 21, 2019. This means it is the official name used on maps and in records.
Who Was Tūtoko?
The mountain is believed to be named after a Māori chief. His name was Tūtoko. He lived in a place called Martin's Bay. This area is very close to where the Hollyford River meets the sea. Naming mountains after important people or events is a common practice in New Zealand.
