The water quality of one of the world’s most pristine lakes is under threat from an increase in the number of visitors. NIWA testing has found the water clarity at Blue Lake in Nelson Lakes National Park is among the highest in the world, with 63m visibility – almost optically pure. But senior DOC ranger […]
Kuataika and Smyth Ridge tracks, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park
Lake Stream Hut, Victoria Forest Park
In search of greatness
Maungatautari Over the Mountain Track, Waikato
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