Overview: The Mt Owen Summit via Granity Pass Hut trail in Kahurangi National Park offers a challenging yet rewarding journey through one of New Zealand’s most rugged and remote wilderness areas. Nestled in the northwestern region of the South Island, this trail leads hikers across diverse alpine landscapes, from lush beech forests to high mountain ridges and limestone karst formations. The route culminates at the summit of Mt Owen, offering expansive views over the park’s dramatic valleys, rivers, and distant peaks. Along the way, hikers encounter unique flora, endemic bird species, and the raw, untouched beauty that defines Kahurangi National Park.