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Heaphy Track

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crossing a range of landscapes, The Heaphy Track is one of NZ's Great Walks. The track is 82 kilometres long crossing ust a small part of the Kahurangi National Park. Heaphy Track crosses tussock covered downs, river flats, lush forest, and the scenic West Coast, rugged in beauty and diverse in nature.

The nikau groves that tower the last part of the Heaphy Track to Karamea make it especially beautiful. The track is not difficult, and suitable for families and those with little experience. It is recommended that you carry clothing and equipment for all conditions as weather conditions can be changeable at all times of the year.

The Heaphy Track can be walked either way, but often the preferable route is to walk from the Collingwood end to Karamea. This is mainly due to the fact that you climb onto the table-lands and then drop down to the West Coast.

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Further Information: The distances between the huts vary from 8km to 16 km. Most huts accommodate 20-26 trampers, with full gas cooking facilities. There are some cooking utensils, but it is advisable to carry your own, as well as cutlery. Beds are on a first in first served basis. You cannot book a bed in the huts. DOC advise that you carry a tent in the summer months, (December-February). Trampers should be aware of the need to respect others, and share space and facilities.