The Ridge Track leads to Scotts Saddle and the Mt Hutt Ski Area access road. Photo: Jono Poff

Ridge Track and Scotts Saddle Track, Mt Hutt

August 2024

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In winter this half-day tramp from valley to skyline offers a chance to practise walking in snow. By Jono Poff

This network of tracks is accessed from Awa Awa Rata Reserve at the end of McLennans Bush Road.  Ridge, Alder and Opuke tracks are easy and well-formed and can be used to link up with Scotts Saddle Track higher up. All variations are signposted. Alder Track (named after a plantation of alders) begins on the […]
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