Hapuku River, Kowhai Saddle to Mt Fyffe

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Hapuku River, Kowhai Saddle to Mt Fyffe We made it a 'crossover' trip with some friends for this great overnighter. Starting from the Hapuku River, we headed up to the Kowhai Saddle for the overnight,…

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Mount Guy and Lake Clearwater

Lake Clearwater camp Ashburton hakatere

Hakatere Conservation Park - Mount Guy The Hakatere Conservation Park is a beautiful area of Canterbury, a couple of hours drive inland from Christchurch. Situated between two mighty rivers, the Rakaia and Rangitata, you'll find…

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Mount Sunday and Mount Potts – Hakatere Conservation Park

Mount Sunday edoras hakatere ashburton lake

Hakatere Conservation Park and Ashburton Lakes This beautiful area of Canterbury is situated between the Rakaia and Rangitata rivers, a couple of hours drive inland from Christchurch. I wanted to return and explore the area…

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Peel Forest Park

mount peel track canterbury

Peel Forest Park Peel Forest Park Scenic Reserve is 22kms North of Geraldine in Canterbury, close to the Rangitata river. It has a variety of walks, a popular mountain climb, a great cafe, a lovely…

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