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  • Earnslaw Burn Track

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    near Arcadia, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    TBishton23
    Distance
    7.48mi
    Elevation +
    2356f
    TrailRank
    50
    Photo ofEarnslaw Burn Track Photo ofEarnslaw Burn Track Photo ofEarnslaw Burn Track

    Start along Lovers Leap Road and head through paddock. Look for a large orange triangle on a tree which marks the start of the track. Follow track for around 4-5 hours through the forest until the tree line is reached. M...

  • The Hump from Rarakau car park

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    near Port Craig, Southland (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    21.38mi
    Elevation +
    4514f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofThe Hump from Rarakau car park Photo ofThe Hump from Rarakau car park Photo ofThe Hump from Rarakau car park

    This hike starts at Rarakau car park. This is the same place where the Humpridge track, the New Zealand Great Walk, starts. In fact, the first 7 kilometres of both tracks are in common. For parking at Rarakau car park y...

  • Brewster Hut Track, Mount Aspiring NP, New Zealand

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    near Makarora, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    Mariamest
    with Solrak7
    Distance
    4.35mi
    Elevation +
    3409f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofBrewster Hut Track, Mount Aspiring NP, New Zealand Photo ofBrewster Hut Track, Mount Aspiring NP, New Zealand Photo ofBrewster Hut Track, Mount Aspiring NP, New Zealand

    Brewster Hut is situated in a beautiful saddle, sorrounded by some impressive mountains and waterfalls. The track starts from Fantail Falls, crosses the Haast River, and climbs through the forest to the bushline (alpine...

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  • New Zealand-Roys Peak

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    near Glendhu, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    fromerobrion
    Distance
    9.70mi
    Elevation +
    4262f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofNew Zealand-Roys Peak Photo ofNew Zealand-Roys Peak Photo ofNew Zealand-Roys Peak

    We started hiking at 3:40 am to get to the top at dawn. The start is already challenging, and there are almost no flat zones in the whole track at all. Really hard to get to the viewpoint, we were able to get there just...

  • Te Whara (Bream Head) Reverse Loop

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    near Ocean Beach, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    dukeigi
    with Daniela vA
    Distance
    4.14mi
    Elevation +
    1496f
    TrailRank
    49
    Photo ofTe Whara (Bream Head) Reverse Loop Photo ofTe Whara (Bream Head) Reverse Loop Photo ofTe Whara (Bream Head) Reverse Loop

    Do the loop counter clockwise, then you save the best for the end and have great views all the way back. from http://www.nzfrenzy.com , best NZ guidebook

  • Lake Marian

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    near Kinloch, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    juic3r
    Distance
    4.39mi
    Elevation +
    1358f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofLake Marian Photo ofLake Marian Photo ofLake Marian

    Streneous hike up a mountain lake. I didn't get the views as it was super foggy. Watch out for some scrambling points.

  • Flagstaff and Swampy Summit (Dunedin)

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    near Halfway Bush, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    8.31mi
    Elevation +
    1667f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofFlagstaff and Swampy Summit (Dunedin) Photo ofFlagstaff and Swampy Summit (Dunedin) Photo ofFlagstaff and Swampy Summit (Dunedin)

    Nice walk that goes up two of the summits surrounding the city of Dunedin in New Zealand, Flagstaff (668m) and Swampy Summit (739m). The hike starts at The Bull Ring carpark where there is plenty of space to leave our...

  • Charming Creek Walkway

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    near Ngakawau, West Coast (New Zealand)
    Author
    dukeigi
    with Daniela vA
    Distance
    4.64mi
    Elevation +
    666f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofCharming Creek Walkway Photo ofCharming Creek Walkway Photo ofCharming Creek Walkway

    Old mining track following rails with lots of old mining "stuff" to be discovered. Some paths through dark tunnels, so bring a phone or headlamp. Kids and adults will love it. Heaps of fun. from http://www.nzfrenzy.co...

  • Asbestos hut circuit

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    near Upper Takaka, Tasman (New Zealand)
    Author
    Grant_70
    Distance
    6.79mi
    Elevation +
    1850f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofAsbestos hut circuit Photo ofAsbestos hut circuit Photo ofAsbestos hut circuit

    Asbestos hut circuit. Nice walk on a well marked trail, only one part that has had a bypass put in place due to land slip where it was a bit slippery, but the majority of the walk was pretty good. The hut is very interes...

  • Tama Lakes Track, Tongariro National Park, New Zealand

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    near Whakapapa Village, Manawatu-Wanganui (New Zealand)
    Author
    Mariamest
    with Solrak7
    Distance
    13.17mi
    Elevation +
    1617f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofTama Lakes Track, Tongariro National Park, New Zealand Photo ofTama Lakes Track, Tongariro National Park, New Zealand Photo ofTama Lakes Track, Tongariro National Park, New Zealand

    Easy and beautiful track to visit the Tama Lakes (upper and lower lake) in Tongariro National Park. It is a good alternative if you don't want to do the harder and famous Alpine Crossing track or the weather in the highe...

  • Abel Tasman - Marahau to Yellow Point

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    near Marahau, Nelson (New Zealand)
    Author
    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    10.00mi
    Elevation +
    2129f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofAbel Tasman - Marahau to Yellow Point Photo ofAbel Tasman - Marahau to Yellow Point Photo ofAbel Tasman - Marahau to Yellow Point

    A really nice hike along the shoreline in Abel Tasman National Park. The trail is well marked and in good shape with maps at the start and signage along the way that gives an indication of hiking times. Great views of Fi...

  • Maungakiekie (Auckland)

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    near Royal Oak, Auckland (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    3.14mi
    Elevation +
    292f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMaungakiekie (Auckland) Photo ofMaungakiekie (Auckland) Photo ofMaungakiekie (Auckland)

    Very easy and short walk to the top of Maungakiekie. There is a parking area at the start of the track. There are nice views of Auckland's skyline and also of the nearby Mount Eden. This track is not circular because w...

  • Haruru Falls Track (Paihia) 2016-08-23 13:02

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    near Waitangi, Northland Region (New Zealand)
    Author
    capita haddock
    Distance
    6.50mi
    Elevation +
    325f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofHaruru Falls Track (Paihia) 2016-08-23 13:02 Photo ofHaruru Falls Track (Paihia) 2016-08-23 13:02 Photo ofHaruru Falls Track (Paihia) 2016-08-23 13:02

    Haruru Falls Track (Paihia) 2016-08-23 13:02 (català - english) En aquest lloc es va firmar el contracte de pau entre el poble maori i els anglesos, el tractat de Waitangi el 1840, i just allà comença un interessant ...

  • Rockburn

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    near Arcadia, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    maxini2001
    with Port flora
    Distance
    8.82mi
    Elevation +
    3412f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofRockburn Photo ofRockburn Photo ofRockburn

    Key sections of the Routeburn Track were closed (avalanche risk) so we followed a much less traveled route that shares the same start point and has the same great views with a lot fewer people (crossed paths with one oth...

  • Macetown - Arrowtown

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    near Macetown, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    jengav.irvine
    Distance
    9.25mi
    Elevation +
    249f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMacetown - Arrowtown Photo ofMacetown - Arrowtown Photo ofMacetown - Arrowtown

    Pretty intense track! Lots of river crossings. Very steep parts, literally on the cliff side. Snorkel would be a recommendation as some river crossings were over a metre deep. Lots of large stones so make sure you have g...

  • Mount Hikurangi summit

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    near Pakihiroa, Gisborne (New Zealand)
    Author
    Balep
    Distance
    15.15mi
    Elevation +
    5082f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMount Hikurangi summit Photo ofMount Hikurangi summit Photo ofMount Hikurangi summit

    The first part to the hut is very easy and follows a very well marked 4WD track threw sheep farms. It takes about 2 hours to go up if you are a bit fit. The second part after the hut is not too hard until you arrive to ...

  • Fox River to Ballroom Overhang

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    near Tiromoana, West Coast (New Zealand)
    Author
    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    4.54mi
    Elevation +
    1558f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofFox River to Ballroom Overhang Photo ofFox River to Ballroom Overhang Photo ofFox River to Ballroom Overhang

    This is a tough hike up the Fox River to an area known as the Ballroom Overhang. Depending on your path, there are 6 or 7 river crossings and with water levels high and the water cold it can make for very uncomfortable c...

  • Titan Rocks from Piano Flat

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    near Coal Creek Flat, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    9.78mi
    Elevation +
    3606f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofTitan Rocks from Piano Flat Photo ofTitan Rocks from Piano Flat Photo ofTitan Rocks from Piano Flat

    The Titan Rocks track is one of the official DOC tracks that can be done from Piano Flat campsite. The campsite lies along the Waikaia river. To get to the start of the Titan Rocks track itself first we need to follow...

  • Mount Fyffe (1602 m)

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    near Kaikoura Flat, Canterbury (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    10.41mi
    Elevation +
    4656f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMount Fyffe (1602 m) Photo ofMount Fyffe (1602 m) Photo ofMount Fyffe (1602 m)

    The track starts at the generous car park which we can get following Google Maps directions. The parking is pretty decent although this mountain seems to be extremely popular and it can get quite busy. I can understand w...

  • Mount Bovis (1252 m) Paparoa National Park (New Zealand)

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    near Punakaiki, West Coast (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    12.60mi
    Elevation +
    3934f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMount Bovis (1252 m) Paparoa National Park (New Zealand) Photo ofMount Bovis (1252 m) Paparoa National Park (New Zealand) Photo ofMount Bovis (1252 m) Paparoa National Park (New Zealand)

    The Mt Bovis Route is an official track from the Department Of Conservation (DOC) in New Zealand. Note that DOC rates this track as Expert: Route and describes it as "Suitable for fit, experienced and well-equipped peop...

  • Roys Peak (1578 m) and Mount Alpha (1630 m)

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    near Glendhu, Otago (New Zealand)
    Author
    ecmwl
    Distance
    12.20mi
    Elevation +
    5518f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofRoys Peak (1578 m) and Mount Alpha (1630 m) Photo ofRoys Peak (1578 m) and Mount Alpha (1630 m) Photo ofRoys Peak (1578 m) and Mount Alpha (1630 m)

    The Roys Peak track is an official track from the Department Of Conservation in New Zealand. This track follows the official Roys Peak track all the way to the top of Roys Peak and then it continues for another 2.4 Ki...

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