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Region

Region

Grade

Grade

Time

Time

Huts

Huts
Distance

14.1km (add 4km for Doom Creek detour)

Time

4-8hrs

Grade

Easy/Moderate

Fosters Hut, Mount Richmond Forest Park

Walk the well-graded Wakamarina Track through historic gold mining country to Fosters Hut, perched on a forested ridge in the Richmond Range. By Jesse Wiltshire
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Distance

11.6km one way

Time

4-8hrs

Grade

Easy/Moderate

Pike29 Memorial Track, Paparoa National Park

A moving tribute to New Zealand’s worst mining disaster since 1914. By Paulette Birchfield
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Distance

14.7km to summit

Time

4-8hrs

Grade

Moderate

Cloudy Peak, Central Otago

Rolling hills with views of the Upper Clutha plains, the St Bathans Range and the tall peaks of the Lindis make this a worthwhile day trip.
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Distance

9.3km

Time

4-8hrs

Grade

Moderate

Cattle Ridge Hut, Tararua Forest Park

A sanctuary on the Tararua tops with commanding views over the Wairarapa
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Distance

9.5km

Time

0-4hrs

Grade

Easy

Pūweto Loop, Waitawa Regional Park

Serene bays, regenerating native bush and a young wetland make for a diverse walk on Auckland’s eastern coast.
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Distance

13.8km to Tarn Hut

Time

2 days

Grade

Moderate

Tarn Hut, Puketeraki Forest Conservation Area

Beautiful views from a charming hut that’s easily accessible from Christchurch make this loop an ideal weekend getaway. By James Stacey
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Distance

17.3km

Time

2-3 days

Grade

Difficult

Rocky Creek Bivouac via Griffin Creek Hut, West Coast

Tackle some rugged terrain and visit remote huts and crystal clear rivers populated by whio. By Victoria Bruce
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Distance

3.3km (one way – add 2km return to continue past the treeline)

Time

0-4hrs

Grade

Moderate

Glacier Burn Track, Glenorchy

Surrounded by many bucket-list hikes, the Glacier Burn Track is an underdog that is worth your time. By Jub Bryant
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Distance

11.7km to tarn

Time

4-8hrs

Grade

Easy/Moderate

Townson Tarn, Paparoa National Park

Head beyond Buckland Peaks Hut to find amazing camping on a granite plateau or beside a large tarn.
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Distance

6.4km

Time

4-8hrs

Grade

Easy/Moderate

Te Maunga, Aorangi Forest Park

A hunter’s hut makes a good overnight destination for those wishing to climb this high point near Wellington.
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Distance

14.2km one way

Time

2 days

Grade

Moderate

Lake Mavis, Arthur’s Pass National Park

Camp beneath the crags of Mt Oates at this incredible alpine campsite, all within a day’s walk of the Arthur’s Pass highway.
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Distance

8.3km to hut

Time

0-4hrs

Grade

Easy

Ellis Hut and Yeomans Track

Visit one of Hawke’s Bay oldest huts and the site of a famous manhunt
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Distance

16km

Time

4-8hrs

Grade

Moderate

Toka Bivouac, Ruahine Forest Park, Manawatū

Is this the best-located biv in the Ruahine Range?
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Distance

6.7km

Time

0-4hrs

Grade

Frank Holman Memorial Track, Whangārei

With a network of walking tracks, stunning nīkau groves and interesting archaeological sites, this walk is a gorgeous break from the sights and sounds of Whangārei. By Tasha Oxford
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Distance

22.1km

Time

2 days

Grade

Moderate/Difficult

Sylvia Tops Loop, Lake Sumner Forest Park

Beginning on the popular Nina Valley Track, experienced trampers can follow a loop to skip the crowds and enjoy the breathtaking beauty and solitude of the alpine tops.
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Distance

27km

Time

2 days

Grade

Nydia Track, Marlborough Sounds

Nestled beside the calm waters of Te Hoiere Pelorus Sound along the Nydia Track, the Department of Conservation’s Nydia Lodge is a perfect summer getaway for the family.
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Distance

12km

Time

0-4hrs

Grade

Moderate/Difficult

Kahutara Bivouac, Clarence Reserve

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.
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Distance

11.4km

Time

0-4hrs

Grade

Easy

Hacket Hut, Mount Richmond Forest Park

A beautiful river walk among relics of New Zealand’s mining history. By Stacey Walden
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Distance

12.3km

Time

0-4hrs

Grade

Easy

Wairere Stream, Tongariro National Park

Choose a baking hot summer’s day to enjoy the wonderland and natural waterpark of the Wairere Stream, a short and easy walk from Whakapapa Village.
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Distance

13.7km each way

Time

4-8hrs

Grade

Moderate

Tarawera Trail, Lake Tarawera Scenic Reserve

This peaceful 15km track goes through lush native forest before arriving at Lake Tarawera and a hot-water beach. By Sarah Nicholson
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Distance

26km

Time

4-8hrs

Grade

Moderate

The best trip on Topo50 map BB33 – Hunua

A backcountry trip close to Auckland.
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Distance

22km loop

Time

4-8hrs

Grade

Moderate

The best trip on Topo50 map BD36 – Lower Kaimai

A popular circuit and a lovely new hut in the Bay of Plenty. By Tony Walton
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Distance

14km

Time

2 days

Grade

Moderate/Difficult

The best trip on Topo50 map BE33 – Pirongia

Waikato’s highest peak is a great overnight destination.
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Distance

5km to hut

Time

0-4hrs

Grade

Easy

The best trip on Topo50 map BJ34 – Mount Ruapehu

A family-friendly trip to a grand sunset viewing location on Mt Ruapehu.
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Distance

25km

Time

2 days

Grade

Easy

The best trip on Topo50 map BJ29 – Taranaki

A day trip, an overnighter, or a series of shorter trips.
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