Black River Peak Trail
Your planning sheet · Black River Gorges · Out and back
Prepared 7 October 2026 at 23:13, Mauritius time. This is a dated reference, not live trail access or offline navigation.
Check the current guide before leaving.
https://hikingmauritius.org/hikes/black-river-peak-trail
Access before everything
National park trail
The route is officially listed, but a current listing does not confirm today's opening status.
Conditions can change between the wet uplands and the drier western side of the park. Confirm park notices before setting out.
The described route
Gorette to Black River Peak and back, the 9 km route listed by the National Parks and Conservation Service.
- Distance
- 9 km return
- Time on the trail
- Allow 3 to 4.5 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Guide advice
- Optional
Getting there
The official route names Gorette as the start and return point. The exact parking place and entrance need confirmation.
A verified parking location has not been recorded.
Check current park notices. The trail listing does not establish opening hours or an entrance fee.
This sheet does not provide verified turn-by-turn directions.
What to take
- Trail shoes
- Light rain layer
- Offline map
- Water and a snack
Decisions on the day
- Check for park closures after heavy rain or cyclone weather.
- Download an offline map before entering the park.
- Expect slippery roots and mud in the uplands.
- Turn back if cloud removes your navigation reference points.
Evidence and sources
Official distance, classification and elevation were rechecked on 7 October 2026. Duration is a conservative planning range.
Field verification is not recorded. Trailhead logistics, junctions and route geometry still need a named field record.
- Black River Gorges National Park. Checked 7 October 2026.