Journal

Notes from the track.

Trip reports, gear guides, and stories from New Zealand's backcountry.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing — Everything You Need to Know

At 19.4 km across an active volcanic plateau, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is regularly listed among the world's great one-day walks. Here's what you actually need to know.

6 May 20264 min read

5 Family-Friendly Day Walks in Auckland

6 May 20264 min read

The Story Behind Tiki Tours

6 May 20263 min read

Hiking in Fiordland — Beyond Milford

30 Apr 20263 min read

Winter Backcountry: Crampons, Avalanche Risk, Route Finding

22 Apr 20263 min read

Conservation on the Trail: Why Your Footprint Matters

15 Apr 20264 min read

Waikaremoana Great Walk — Hut-to-Hut Pacing & Water Sources

8 Apr 20263 min read

The Routeburn — Three Days Through the Rees & Dart

2 Apr 20264 min read

Perch Lake Loop: A Quiet Gem in the Tararua Ranges

25 Mar 20263 min read