Bannister has the reputation of being among the most arduous of all the Tararua’s many ridges. Starting from Kiriwhakapapa Campsite, the track starts out enclosed in forest; a world of green fern fronds and beech trees. But emerging at Blue Range Hut, two hours later, there are expansive views of the Waingawa and Ruamahanga rivers. […]
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