Middle King

Tarn Ridge Hut Loop – Tararua Forest Park

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Date: 3-5 May.
Trip type: Tramp(M).
Location: Tararua Forest Park.
Author: Monique B.
Trampers: Monique (leader), Jeanna, Ashley, Mike McG.

The forecast was for a weekend of light winds and sun as we left Welly Railway Station at 4pm Friday. Following a dinner stop in Masterton, it was a further 15 minute drive to The Pines carpark on Upper Waingawa Road. Arriving at 6 pm, the waning crescent moon provided no light as we followed … Read more

The Three Kings – Tararua Forest Park

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Date: 9-10 September 2023.
Trip type: Tramp(MF).
Location: The Pines road end, Tararua Forest Park.
Author: Mathew.
Trampers: Mathew, Jamie, Kaitlyn.

I am not a fan of the Barra Track. It is my least favourite part of the Tararuas. So as we started off from The Pines, I was wondering why I had planned a trip to visit The Three Kings. I still don’t really know the answer, but I’m happy I did because it made … Read more