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The John S Holloway No.2 Swingbridge
Crossing from Junction Flat in the East Matukituki to the high water track leading upstream to Ruth Flat. It is our intention to leave the track to head to South Albert Burn saddle and Dragonfly Peak.
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Approaching the South AlbertBurn saddle and the sun
An early start made it easier to cross the slopes above Hester Pinney Ck. We were pleased to make it to the saddle without the sun in our eyes when on the snow slopes.
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Dragonfly slopes
From a short distance above South AlbertBurn saddle. Whare-Kea Lodge can be seen below in the saddle. Note: The saddle is at best on the border of Mt.Aspiring National Park Whare-Kea lodge is a commercial venture.
The East Matukituki opens up ...
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The head of the South AlbertBurn
With the exception of some hunters who access the valley from the Lake Wanaka end, this valley seems rarely visited. It does provide an alternative to Rabbit Pass for a route from the Wilkin valley to the East Matukituki.
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