Sunday 9 November 2025

Leader: Peter Davis

We set off from the Karapoti car park early in the morning, following the track through native bush and rugged terrain toward Whareroa Farm. The route offered a great mix of gentle climbs, a stream crossing, and open sections with stunning views over the valleys and coastline.

Track conditions were generally good, with a few dirt bike and four-wheel drive troops passing by that added a bit of adventure. The weather held up nicely; sunny but cool for most of the day, which made for comfortable walking conditions.

We stopped a few times along the way for snacks and photos, taking in the scenery and enjoying the peaceful bush environment. The final stretch into Whareroa Farm was a welcome sight after a long day on the trail.

Highlights: 1. Beautiful native bush and ridgeline views. 2. Quiet, remote sections of track. 3. A solid full-day hike with great variety.

Overall, this was a challenging, rewarding 26.5 km trek, taking around 7 hours including breaks. It is a great route for members looking for a long, scenic walk linking the Akatarawa and Whareroa Farm areas.

Note: This report was generated by AI with my instructions. How clever is that!

Those on the trip were:

Gordon Balfour, Julie James, Paula Richardson, Peter Davis, Rob Dey, Yingjun Shelton

Currently there is no photo album for this trip.