The author at Top Gorge Hut. Photo: Lachlan McKenzie

Top Gorge Hut, Ruahine Forest Park

April 2023

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Savour sweeping views en route to this secluded four-bunker in the upper Pohangina back blocks.

It starts with an easy stroll down a wide farm track to an arch bridge over Umutoi Creek before crossing into Ruahine Forest Park where, after 20min, there’s a right turn at Tunupō Track junction. The track now gets a bit more serious. It ascends through bush on a long, undulating ridge for 6km to […]
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Lachlan McKenzie

About the author

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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