Waitawheta Hut via Waiorongomai Valley, Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park Waitawheta Hut is understandably the most popular overnight stop in the Kaimais. It provides a feeling of seclusion with views out to the surrounding forested hills, while being a mere three-hour stroll along its namesake river from Franklin Road to the north. But it’s also accessible […]
Mt Somers via Te Kiekie Route, Hakatere Conservation Park
The Tararua’s forgotten traverse
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