Mt Harper, Hakatere Conservation Park

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Climbing Mt Harper. Photo: File
Like lumpy porridge, the Harper Range climbs steeply from the edge of Lake Emma to the summit of Mt Harper then plummets down to the Rangitata River flats. There is no poled route to follow on this big climb, but with open flanks, and ridges for Africa, your legs will be spoiled for choice. This […]
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