Scouting a route off Pt 1354. Photo: Pat Barrett

Kahutara Bivouac, Clarence Reserve

February 2024

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This route involves traversing rugged tops above Kahutara River where incredible views are gained of the Pacific as well as the Inland and Seaward Kaikōura ranges.

There’s access down a short lane on the northern side of the highway bridge over the Kahutara River to the riverbed and a secure place to leave your vehicle.  Then follow the 4WD track up Driving Spur to where the tramping route to the bivvy begins beyond Blind Saddle. (Note that driving access is seldom […]
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