Is Stage 1 of the Pekoe Trail open after the recent landslides?
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Yes, Stage 1 of the Pekoe Trail is fully open under Green status as of April 2026. The previous landslide damage near Hanthana has been cleared by volunteers and trail hosts. It is a lovely twelve kilometer hike through pine forests and tea estates. As always, check the Pekoe Trail Watch App for live ground reports before you set off, especially if there has been heavy rain in the central highlands.
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