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Easy, sunny coastal track with golden sands and excellent swimming. The busiest track in the country, following the length of ...
A classic crossing of the geologically and biologically diverse northwest corner of the South Island.
The track is also open to ...
"The Lake Track." Busy track in summer with swimming and fishing along the lake-side.
The Milford Track is an alpine journey through Fiordland National Park, and New Zealand's most renowned walking track, visited by ...
New track located in Paparoa National Park, exploring the Paparoa Range, gold trails and limestone gorges.
Paparoa Track is a dual-use ...
An internationally renowned and popular alpine crossing between Fiordland and Lake Wakatipu.
This circuit on the Volcanic Plateau passes close to the summit of Tongariro in a spectacular, active volcanic landscape of ...
Classic walks
This journey explores the glacial valleys and mountains of Fiordland from Lake Hauroko to Lake Manapouri, visiting Dusky Sound along ...
A spectacular coastal walk in the Waitakere Ranges west of Auckland.
ALOT OF THIS TRAIL IS CLOSED FOR KAURI DIE BACK ...
The Hollyford Track is a classic lowland Fiordland route from the Hollyford Road out to the coast at Martins Bay.
The Hump Ridge Track links the Waitutu coastline west of Invercargill with the subalpine landscape of the Hump Ridge. Historic ...
An overnight trip past old kauri dams to The Pinnacles, on Coromandel Peninsula.
The classic Stewart Island coastal journey known widely for its mud. Links with the Rakiura Track.
A long but easy walk along Queen Charlotte Sound. This track offers hostel and resort accommodation as well as basic ...
A long and easy walk on St James Station near Lewis Pass. Beech forest, mountain scenery, farmland, wild horses, mud.
Te Araroa is a walking trail running the entire length of the North and South Islands. The trail opened 3 ...
In the forums
True. I stopped in at Renata hut a few years ago 5 weeks to the most recent entry. If you ...
I gave up using heavy padded/insulated hiking boots unless I am tramping the tops.
Better to get lightweight ones that can ...
Thanks everyone for the advice! Another present sorted :-)
Hi
There was a post started a few years ago on favourite NZ tramping books . To add to that Shaun ...
Thanks for your kind words Honora, we've had positive feedback from trampers already that it's nice to have these options ...
I've discovered the Pics PB slugs. Great with those oversweet muesli bars as it reduces the GI when eaten in ...
3M transpore is bloody good tape for mending holes in duvet jackets. It tears into the desired size easily and ...
For any such need, I always refer to iahas.com as their recipes are 100 percent natural and enriched with therapeutical ...
For some more variety in dehy veggies, beans and soy-based proteins, have a look at HarmonyHouse Foods, website GoHHF.com, which ...
Another one for you - colleague just back from an ascent of Mt Adams. 2140m vertical height difference, most of ...
interesting
Not enough info to draw any meaningful conclusion.
I haven't been up there, I'm just reading Moirs Guidebook (North) and looking at the topomap.
The topomap shows a track ...
I'd suggest looking at a topomap when planning a trip (and obviously taking one with you when you go). They ...
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/452775/focus-on-improving-tramper-safety-for-angelus-hut-a-hotspot-for-accidents
>Fatalities and a high rate of search and rescue incidents near one of the most popular huts in the Nelson ...
At the bridge over the Ashley just north of the road the whole place looked like a war zone. Obviously ...
Have thought about using complan for a breakfast replacement.
Do you use it and what is your experience of it.
I find ...
Interesting place he spent the first night out, on the spur down from McGregor peak to the Atiwhakatu (if the ...
Sitting on the sideboard at home
I was given several little wedges of wax-enrobed cheddar and was impressed how it handled the heat.
I also had wax-enrobed ...
Not bad š
Very true.
If you are enjoying a few beers with some friends though craft beer in London is the way to ...
Hi all,
Iām looking for a tramping partner/buddy who has got some experience around Wanaka/Hawea/Mt Aspiring areas as Iām new to ...
I own several other tents and tend to tramp alone so no longer have a need for this guy.
Be about ...
Legend
I was going to ask if he still had the man skirt but the article answered that one
What's new?
The southernmost section of the St James Cycle Trail, between Tophouse Road and the Lake Guyon junction on the Waiau ...
A four or five day tramp from the Lyell Campsite(off SH6 in the Buller Gorge) to the Mokihinui road end ...
Alternative route to the summit of Mount Richardson (1047m) in the Canterbury foothills.
A guide to my route from East Cape to West Cape, the length of NZ's main divide.
Never get enough rocks.
A creative reflection on a three-day tramp in February 2021. This is a very tough tramp and requires high fitness ...
As of writing (March '21) 1/3 of this loop is closed due to Kauri Dieback
A good two day starter tramp ...
Trip Report
Forested climb from Glentui Bush car park to the summit of Mount Richardson (1047m).
This track drops from the ridge east of Mount Richardson to the Glentui Bush car park.
A short and easy loop coastal forest in Queen Charlotte Sound.
Short forest walk in Mistletoe Bay, Queen Charlotte Sound.
This popular extension to the Ashley Gorge Loop Track leads to a 10-metre waterfall.
Short family walk near Ashley Gorge Holiday Park.
Track connecting Youngman Stream and Tarn Huts in Puketeraki Conservation Area.
Direct route up Lilburne Hill to Tarn Hut
A collection of resources to help you plan and explore.
Steady sidle up the Rakahuri / Ashley River from the Lees Valley to Youngman Stream Hut.
Photographs
Out in the hills
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Cant wait to explore this beautiful 4day 3night track, first time for me, definitely after the experience may not be the last, lets go!!! any advice would be amazing before i go :) Facebook
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If you are staying at Hot Water Beach camp, you definitely have to book first. $30 per site (2 pax)
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Came over Charlies Saddle but couldn't visit the hut b/c the McArthur bridge is completely removed since damage ?in the July flooding. The Waiau looked to be too high to attempt a crossing.
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Woodburner & flue have been replaced since last visit by SINDA members.
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Access is fine now. Some parts of the track have disappeared but it's quite navigable. You may prefer going directly up Redcliffe Stream as it's full of silt and easy to walk up rather than following the usual route with its occasional 4WD tracks. Best to start on the true left of the river as the foot track has been wiped out on the true right and there's only thick scrub there! The route down to Cookies Hut is fine as well. The toilet at Trib Hut is lying downstream on its side!
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Rats all gone. Hut in good condition. No saw, so difficult to get big bits of fire wood, heaps of kindling around. Two big trees down so if anyone is a hero and wants to take in a saw (or chainsaw). Nice spot and pretty easy walk in.
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Great hut. Love the two small bunk rooms with closable doors.
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Finished at last!
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Awesome views, lots of steps but not difficult if you pace, cool big rock about half way up that has a nice view (and a good rest stop). Sister & I heard sounds of glacial ice cracking from halfway up to top of tarns track. Well worth the climb!
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Track down from McGregor is well marked (permolat markers). The final descent to the Dorset Ck / Waiohine is a little hairy. Might pay for someone to take a short section of rope to permanently attach
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Fantaastic spot with easy access to mussels at low tide =)
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