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img 2786 lr Mount Ruapehu Crater (NZ)
New Zealand North Island

Mount Ruapehu Crater (NZ)

The hike to Crater Lake at the top of Mount Ruapehu involves a steep track from Iwikau Village up to Knoll Ridge via Waterfall Descent, and then off-track scrambling over rocky terrain and loose scree.  

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsMarch 8, 2020 ago
img 9255 lr Routeburn Track in two days
New Zealand South Island

Routeburn Track in two days

The Routeburn Track is one of New Zealand’s best-known tracks, linking the Fjordland and Mount Aspiring national parks. It varies from lush rainforest to spectacular alpine lakes and passes. 

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsDecember 27, 2019 ago
img 8736 lr Lake Alta (The Remarkables)
New Zealand South Island

Lake Alta (The Remarkables)

A return walk to the picturesque Lake Alta in The Remarkables. A rather dull ski service trail for the first half of the hike eventually becomes a charming alpine walking trail.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsDecember 24, 2019 ago
img 8610 lr Shadow Basin Lookout (The Remarkables)
New Zealand South Island

Shadow Basin Lookout (The Remarkables)

A steep and mostly off-track hike in The Remarkables to Shadow Basin Lookout, returning via Alta Lake. Stunning views over Queenstown from the ridge-top lookout.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsDecember 23, 2019 ago
img 6323 lr Clouds Rest and Sunrise Lakes (Yosemite)
USA California

Clouds Rest and Sunrise Lakes (Yosemite)

A long loop walk through Yosemite, which traverses Clouds Rest, before returning via thr Sunrise Lakes. It could be done as an overnight hike, and extended to include Half Dome.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsAugust 25, 2019 ago
img 0645 lr Tongariro Northern Circuit - one of the most scenic NZ hikes
New Zealand North Island

Tongariro Northern Circuit – one of the most scenic NZ hikes

The Tongariro Northern Circuit (which also includes the very popular Tongariro Alpine Crossing), circles Mount Ngauruhoe through a largely bleak and moon-like landscape. The volcanic landscape is occasionally broken by lush forest and tussock grass.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsJanuary 20, 2019 ago
img 9263 lr Mt Rufus and Little Hugel - a stunning loop hike
Australia Central Highlands Tasmania

Mt Rufus and Little Hugel – a stunning loop hike

A spectacular circular day walk that combines Shadow and Forgotten Lakes with an ascent of Mt Rufus (1,416m asl) and a side-trip to Little Hugel (1,274m asl). Two mountain peaks, alpine lakes, rainforest and incredible displays of flowering heath.  

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsJanuary 6, 2019 ago
img 9049 lr Narcissus Hut to Cynthia Bay - a pleasant rainforest hike
Australia Central Highlands Tasmania

Narcissus Hut to Cynthia Bay – a pleasant rainforest hike

The hike from Narcissus Hut to Cynthia Bay along Lake St Clair is the last (or first!) section of the Overland Track, and also makes a pleasant day walk. Although it’s a relatively boring walk in its own right – Shadow Lake circuit or Mt Rufus makes for a better day walk.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsJanuary 5, 2019 ago
IMG 0276 Walls of Jerusalem - a one day hike to Dixons Hut
Australia Central Highlands Tasmania

Walls of Jerusalem – a one day hike to Dixons Hut

The hardened track to Dixons Kingdom and Mt Jerusalem in the in the Walls of Jerusalem National provides relatively easy access to one of Tasmania’s only remote alpine National Park, with spectacular scenery and the option of climbing a number of peaks along the track.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsSeptember 23, 2018 ago
mg 9453 lr Stokkvikskaret - a muddy Lofoten Island hike
Norway Lofoten Islands

Stokkvikskaret – a muddy Lofoten Island hike

The Stokkvikskaret trail follows Lake Ågvatnet, with chains to assist on the steeper parts, eventually ascending to Stokkvikskaret Pass and Stokkvika village.

By oliverd :-), 7 yearsSeptember 27, 2016 ago

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