Mt Haast Today's mission was a day walk up Mt Haast (1587m) in the Victoria Forest Park near Springs Junction on the West Coast. If you're a frequent traveler through the area you'll have seen…
Mt Haast
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Peak Hill Track
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Woolshed Hill Track
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Mount Brown Hut
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Alex Knob Track
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