Previously, On the Trail…

1619.9 / 3074.5 km 52.7% Waitewaewae Hut
Sunday, January 21, 2024 10:40 pm
Location: Waitewaewae Hut (1619.9 km)

Another strenuous day in the Tararua Range took me to Mt. Crawford, the TA’s high point in the Tararuas, and then on a long, steep descent to Waitewaewae Hut on the Ōtaki River.

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Other Recent Posts

Waterfall, Mistletoe, and Fence Bays
Thursday, May 7, 2026 8:10 pm

For over 1,300 kilometers, from Ship Cove to Bluff, Te Araroa travels across the rugged wilderness of New Zealand’s South Island. Continue reading for a glimpse at what New Zealand — and Te Araroa — have to offer.

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Exiting the Raetea Forest
Thursday, May 7, 2026 8:09 pm

Over nearly 1,750 kilometers, from Cape Reinga to Wellington, Te Araroa travels across towns, cities, and the diverse landscape of New Zealand’s North Island. Continue reading for a glimpse at what New Zealand — and Te Araroa — have to offer.

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024 11:00 pm

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Waihōpai River and Estuary
Sunday, April 7, 2024 8:47 pm
Location: Stirling Point, Bluff, Southern Terminus of Te Araroa (3074.5 km)

After 150 days and 3074.5 km of hiking (and also canoeing and cycling), I reached Bluff, the southern terminus of Te Araroa.

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