Hiking in the Great South

The south of the island is crisscrossed by dozens of hiking trails. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced hiker, you can access beautiful, rolling landscapes. Starting from Prony, the GR NC1 takes you through the Great South to the Dumbéa Valley over more than 125 kilometers! Shorter hikes allow you to explore the Blue River Valley and the entire Yaté Lake region. Enjoy magnificent viewpoints between mountains and forests against a backdrop of the red earth characteristic of this territory. The Mont-Dore area also allows you to gain elevation and admire the entire region and Nouméa. Find a complete inventory of hiking trails in the Great South in the section below.