The Tararua Mountain Race is considered by mountain runners as one of New Zealand’s hardest trail runs. The event goes from Kaitoke to Otaki Forks across the inhospitable tops of the Southern Crossing. It’s 35km long and ascends 2500m. It has a special place in the hearts of world-class runners like Dan Clendon, Fleur Pawsey […]
Ministry of Works Historic Hut, Kahurangi National Park
The Tararua’s forgotten traverse
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