Puponga, New Zealand
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Top Backpacking Spots in and near Puponga
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Bainham, New Zealand
Backpack to Boulder Lake
22.4 mi / 3937 ft gainThe common route to Boulder Lake - via Brown Cow Ridge - begins at a small and slightly obscure trailhead near the town of Bainham which is approximately a 20 minute drive from the coastal town of Collingwood in the Tasman region. The trailhead only accommodates parking for perhaps two vehicles -...Read more -
Bainham, New Zealand
Backpack to Adelaide Tarn
5 mi / 1213.9 ft gainSee "Backpack to Boulder Lake for the first half of this trip. From Boulder Lake Hut cross the stream in the direction indicated by the sign at the most advantageous point. There is no evident trail through the tussock so make your way to the spur at the head of the valley that leads to Green Sad...Read more -
Marahau, New Zealand
Kayak Camp Abel Tasman NP
23 mi / 328 ft gainThis beautiful national park can be explored by boat and/or by foot, so we decided to incorporate both before catching a jet boat back to Marahau. The entire coastal track is almost 50 km one-way without side trips, and the coastline can also be done entirely by kayak. Before arriving in Marahau,...Read more -
Motueka Valley, New Zealand
Hike Mount Arthur and the Tablelands
4.8Mount Arthur and the Tablelands are a unique and beautiful portion of Kahurangi National Park. The area is remote, making it perfect for astrophotography.There are many hiking options and places to stay - consult the map at the Flora Car Park shelter for options. Here is a short circuit that can ...Read more