McKerrow, Remutaka Forest Park

April 2026

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View over Wainuiomata from McKerrow Track. Photo: Lachlan McKenzie
Slogs and bogs are par for the course on this solid day trip that rewards walkers with primeval forest and harbour views. McKerrow rises on the far side of Wellington Harbour, a nondescript ridge in the southern Remutaka Range, the more dramatic peaks of Papatahi and Mt Matthews behind it. Yet, on closer inspection, McKerrow […]
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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