Stage 2 of 4 · Kokoda Trail
Km 21 → Km 43
Start: Km 21
No nearby transit stop. Consider getting dropped off or using the previous stage's end stop.
End: Km 43
No nearby transit stop at the end. Check the next stage's start stop.
Elevation Profile
Route Map
Segment Breakdown
Auto-analyzed from the elevation profile. Each segment shows the dominant character for planning your effort.
| Segment | Dist | ↑ / ↓ | Time | Character |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Km 21 → km 15.2 (1633m) 0–2,243m | 15.2 km | +3323m / -3270m | 10h 12m | 📈 Climbing |
km 15.2 (1633m) → km 15.2 (1633m) 1,633–1,641m | 0.1 km | +8m / -8m | 1 min | 🥾 Rolling Terrain |
km 15.2 (1633m) → Km 43 0–1,633m | 6.1 km | +1494m / -1751m | 4h 35m | 📉 Descending |
| Total | 21.3 km | +1,220m / -1,472m | 14h 49m |
Pace & Fuel Calculator
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Terrain Analysis
Surface & Technicality
🧗 Challenging terrain with significant elevation changes. Expect to walk the climbs.
Surface Breakdown
Current Conditions
Conditions for June
✅ Snow unlikely at this elevation in June. Trail conditions expected to be clear.
🥾 Muddy sections likely. Waterproof boots recommended.
Suggested Gear List
Auto-generated based on 21.3 km, 1220m ascent, max altitude 2243m, ~7h duration.
- 👟 Trail running shoes / hiking bootsRequired for any trail
- 📱 Phone (charged) + offline mapNavigation & emergency contact
- 💧 3L hydration vestNo water sources on route
- 🍫 Trail mix, bars & sandwichEst. 2480 kcal burn
- 🧴 Sunscreen SPF 50+UV intensifies above 2000m
- 🧢 Sun hat / capExposed alpine terrain
- 🧥 Windbreaker / shell jacketSummit at 2243m — wind chill
- 🆘 Emergency space blanketCritical for preventing hypothermia if you stop moving
- 🕶️ Sunglasses (cat 3+)Snow & rock glare at altitude
- 🧤 Warm mid-layer (fleece)Temps drop ~6°C per 1000m
- 🔦 Headlamp7h route — plan for delays
- 🩹 Mini first aid kitBlister plasters, tape, antiseptic
- 🥢 Trekking poles12% steep terrain, 1220m+ ascent
- 🧊 Microspikes / light cramponsSnow risk in Dec, Jan, Feb
- 🦵 GaitersKeep snow out of boots
Logistics
This route runs from Km 21 to Km 43 (21.3 km by trail). You'll need to arrange transport back to your starting point.
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