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Real hiking stories, trail tips, and reflections from the backcountry.

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Stories, routes and reflections from the backcountry
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Ryton Track | Lake Ida & Lake Catherine
Hidden in the Canterbury high country, Lake Ida and Lake Catherine are two alpine lakes that make for a stunning day hike.


Solo Overnight Hike - Pinnacles Hut, Mt Somers
I am an experienced hiker with 15 active years, but I had never done a solo overnight hike until now. It feels incredibly satisfying.


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


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


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


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


Mt Sunday: like stepping into Middle Earth itself
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...


Mt Somers - Sharplin Falls Carpark to Woolshed Creek Carpark
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.


Mt Harper - Mid Canterbury
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.
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