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Gunner River Swingbridge, Heaphy Track

Gunner River Swingbridge, Heaphy Track

Limestone bluffs, dark tannin-stained waters, and massive trees of Northern rātā make the walk from Lewis Hut to Heaphy Hut the most memorable section of the track.   More ▶︎
Aorere Shelter

Aorere Shelter

The first stop going North to South.   More ▶︎
Heaphy Hut

Heaphy Hut

Perfectly situated beside the lagoon and river mouth. If you have a day to spare there are worse places to spend it.   More ▶︎
Coming off Perry Saddle down into Gouland Downs

Coming off Perry Saddle down into Gouland Downs

The last of the rain, looking down to Gouland Downs   More ▶︎
The infamous Boot Pole

The infamous Boot Pole

Right in the middle of Gouland Downs. About 10-15 minutes on from the picnic table thats also a bit out of place.   More ▶︎
Heaphy River Lagoon

Heaphy River Lagoon

A great place for a swim or paddle two minutes from the hut.   More ▶︎
Almost the end

Almost the end

The view from the saddle down to the Kohaihai river and shelter.   More ▶︎
McKay Hut

McKay Hut

Up high with a view down to the Heaphy River mouth. One of the older huts on the track with a coal stove.   More ▶︎
Perry Saddle Hut

Perry Saddle Hut

A welcome sight in the rain.   More ▶︎
Saxon Hut

Saxon Hut

The newest hut on the track.   More ▶︎
Heaphy Beach

Heaphy Beach

View from Heaphy beach 400 meters from heaphy hut   More ▶︎
Sunset at Heaphy Hut

Sunset at Heaphy Hut

In front of the hut looking out to the mouth of the river. Sun setting in paradise!   More ▶︎