Tawa Track

Tawa Track sits near Nelson City in Nelson, New Zealand, as a 1.1 km four-wheel drive track with a sustained steep grade of 28%. The short length masks the gradient demand: this is a concentrated climb rather than a long haul. Surface type and current condition data are not yet logged on Newtracs, so drivers should scout conditions before committing to the route.

At 28% gradient over just over a kilometre, traction and vehicle setup matter. You'll need to assess ground surface on arrival—whether it's gravel, clay, rock, or mixed—since this changes how your 4x4 will perform on the slope. No winch recovery data or water crossing reports are on file. Completion time is unrecorded, which reflects that no drivers have yet logged this track through the platform.

No vehicles have driven this trail on Newtracs to date, so user feedback on seasonal hazards, ruts, washouts, or vehicle suitability is absent. Drivers are encouraged to report conditions as they navigate the track.