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The Tararua Forest Park provides tramping and hunting opportunities right at the back door of large urban communities. Wellingtonians have adopted the Tararuas as their favourite stamping ground and the country's first tramping club was formed here in 1919. The original Forest Service saw a need for forest, water and soil conservation.


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A challenging introduction to the Tararua Forest Park leads to a picturesque hut and a memorable swim. By Caleb Smith. The track to Waitewaewae begins at the old Ōtaki Gorge picnic site. Cars may be left at the temporary Blue Bluffs car park on Otaki Gorge Road, from where you must cross an active slip before reaching the picnic area.


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The Kakakapanui Circuit is a challenging loop walk in Tararua Forest Park. This track will take you to the summit of Mount Kapakapanui (1102m) and provides one of the best viewpoints in the Tararua Range. Be prepared for multiple stream crossings, steep parts with roots, and muddy sections. Please note that fees are required to stay at Kapakapanui Hut. Bookings are not required - first come.


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Tararua Forest Park Tararua Southern Crossing Tararua Southern Crossing Image: Eduardo Villouta Stengl | © Tararua Southern Crossing Located in Tararua Forest Park in the Wairarapa and Wellington/Kapiti regions View saved (0) The Southern Crossing is one of the four classic tramps of the Tararua Range.


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Tararua Forest Park The Tararua Range provides Wellington, Wairarapa, Horowhenua and Manawatu with an outstanding variety of tramping, hunting, rafting and walking opportunities in a wild, natural landscape. At 116,535 hectares the Tararua Forest Park is the largest conservation park managed by the Department of Conservation in the North Island.


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Tararua Forest Park The Tararua Range Image: DOC Tararua Forest Park Located in the Wairarapa and Wellington/Kapiti regions View saved (0) The Tararua Range provides an outstanding variety of tramping, hunting and walking opportunities in a wild, natural landscape. Find things to do and places to stay Tararua Forest Park Sorry an error has occurred


Tararua Forest Park A Wilderness Wonderland in New Zealand's North Island

Description This track takes you to Rocky Lookout located in Tararua Forest Park. It's a steep walk recommended for fit trampers only. You will be rewarded with a viewing platform with extensive views of Mount Holdsworth, Atiwhakatu valley, Jumbo Hut, and Powel Hut. Access from Mount Holdsworth Road end or the Holdsworth Campsite. Reviews (59)


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Tararua Forest Park, often called the Tararuas is a protected area in the Wellington region of New Zealand. Its area is 1,150 square kilometres (440 sq mi), and its highest point, a peak called Mitre, is at 1571 m above sea level. It was established in 1954, as New Zealand's first Forest Park, and is managed by the Department of Conservation.


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Tararua Forest Park Length: 8.2 mi • Est. 3h 28m This track will take you alongside the Atiwhakatu River and through the lush forest to a new Atiwhakatu Hut. This track is a great place for first-time trampers and families. The area is also popular for trout fishing. Please note that bookings and fees are required to stay at Atiwhakatu Hut.


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Coordinates: 40.83°S 175.39°E Tararua Forest Park, often called the Tararuas is a protected area in the Wellington region of New Zealand. Its area is 1,150 square kilometres (440 sq mi), [1] and its highest point, a peak called Mitre, is at 1571 m above sea level.


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629 Reviews Want to find the best trails in Tararua Forest Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 61 great trails for hiking, walking, and backpacking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next hike or bike ride?


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At 116,535 hectares the Tararua Forest Park is the largest conservation park managed by the Department of Conservation in the North Island. The main entrance on the Wairarapa, the eastern side, of the Tararua Range, is Mount Holdsworth near Masterton. Waiohine Gorge near Carterton is another popular gateway to southeastern Tararua Forest Park. On the Kapiti Coast, western side, the entrance is.


Hiking Kiriwhakapapa Loop in Tararua Forest Park, New Zealand Jana Meerman

Tararua Forest Park, often called the Tararuas is a protected area in the Wellington region of New Zealand. Its area is 1,150 square kilometres (440 sq mi), and its highest point, a peak called Mitre, is at 1571 m above sea level.


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The tramp begins with a steady climb through forest to the historic Field Hut, shortly before breaking above the bushline. Flat travel over the aptly named Table Top gives respite before more climbing ensues, upwards onto the Main Range. At Bridge Peak, there's a signpost indicating the route to Maungahuka. Unless you plan a night at Kime Hut.

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