Lagoon Saddle huts, Craigieburn Forest Park

May 2026

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Lagoon Saddle A-Frame Hut was built in 1983 and sleeps two. Photo: Lachlan McKenzie
Enjoy a steady climb to two huts and breathtaking panoramas. Lagoon Saddle Track – part of the popular Cass Saddle Track – is an accessible, non-technical tramp on the cusp of Canterbury’s big backcountry. It is also part of Te Araroa. From Cora Lynn car park, it takes five minutes to reach Bealey Hut. From […]
Lachlan McKenzie

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Lachlan McKenzie

Lachlan McKenzie began tramping as an adult and hopes to inspire others to do the same. He most enjoys tramping in small groups and alone, and his list of ‘must do’ trips only seems to get longer. Lachlan is a communications professional and holds tertiary qualifications in marketing and music. He also loves orienteering and is keen to extend himself in basic mountaineering.

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