Field Hut is the oldest in Tararua Forest Park. Photo: Sarah White

Mt Hector via Field Hut, Tararua Forest Park

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Mt Hector is the highest peak on the historic Southern Crossing route, which traverses the high points of the Tararua Range from Ōtaki through to Kaitoke near Upper Hutt. By Sarah White

This route used to start from Ōtaki Forks, a popular picnic and camping spot inland from Ōtaki township. The road to Ōtaki Forks has been plagued by slips, however, and it must now be started from Shields Flat, which adds an extra 45 minutes to the walk. From Ōtaki Forks follow the signposted track to […]
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