Woolshed Hill, in Arthur's Pass National Park, offers a steep climb and outstanding views of the Hawdon Valley and Waimakariri River.

Located in the stunning Arthurs Pass of New Zealand, Mount Aicken offers an exhilarating challenge for hikers and adventurers.

If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding hiking experience, look no further than the Mt. Lyndon circuit.

I am an experienced hiker with 15 active years, but I had never done a solo overnight hike until now. It feels incredibly satisfying.

Hey there adventure seekers! Join me as I lace up my boots and delve into the wild beauty of Arthurs Pass and day hike to Hawdon Hut, nestled amidst the majestic Southern Alps.

This popular walking track is finally back up and running after being closed as a result of the Christchurch earthquakes.

The South Island of New Zealand is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and awe-inspiring hiking trails.

Oteake Conservation Area is a vast, rugged, mountainous wilderness area in the central South Island of New Zealand.

he journey to the hut is an adventure in itself, passing through stunning scenery and offers breathtaking views of the Canterbury Plains.

Pinnacles Hut offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. A popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

If you're a Lord of the Rings fan, there's no better way to experience the magic of Middle Earth than by hiking Mt Sunday. Located in Mid...

I have completed the Bus Stop circuit on Mt Somers many times before, it's a thoroughly enjoyable day out over varied terrain and scenery, encompassing loose rock, open tussock hills and waterfalls.

I have lived in Mid Canterbury for 14 years now, and in all that time I have never made the trip to Peak Hill. All that changed for me in September 2022, I originally had this trip planned for the first weekend in September but unfortunately the weather was unkind and the wind too strong for a pleasant outing.

We had planned to do the full circuit around Mt Somers in a day, knowing full well it was going to be 26km and take us anywhere between 10 and 12 hours. Well we got half of it done, and it was more a case of the weather beating us down than our inability to complete the task.

Have you ever driven through Springfield heading towards Arthur’s Pass, looked at the skyline ridge of Castle Hill Peak, seen a gap that looks like a missing tooth and wondered what it was? Well that my friends is The Torlesse Gap.

When time is short and the weather is stunning, there is nothing better than doing the Lake Clearwater Circuit. From Ashburton it takes...

Kakahu Bush is 15 kilometres from Geraldine, on the way to Fairlie. It's somewhere I have heard of but never been to before, and was glad to have the opportunity to check it out.

The initial part of this track follows a marked walking/mountain biking track that takes you to Lake Emma, but to get to Mt Harper you divert off this track and aim for the clearest spur going up. There is no marked path and the initial climb is significantly steep, but the views are worth the effort.