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West is best

September 2024

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Hiking the Frew–Toaroha Circuit is a chance to bag huts and explore some of the best tramping terrain in the country.

The Frew–Toaroha loop is a true trans-alpine classic, with the area’s history including pounamu and gold exploration, deer culling and pest control. It’s dream country for those who like their tramping rugged. The route is inland from Hokitika, and follows powerful rivers, crosses high alpine passes, almost touches the Main Divide and traverses historic tracks.  […]
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