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The Heaphy Track Named after Charles Heaphy, one of the first Europeans to have explored the area, this track was used extensively during the gold rush era in the latter 1800s. After it was discovered there was hardly any gold in the area, the track fell into disrepair until the North-west Nelson Forest Park was established in 1965. Later it would become Kahurangi National Park and today the Heaphy Track is one of the most walked tracks in New Zealand. Distance: 82 km
There are seven trampers' huts along the Heaphy Track and three emergency shelters, all maintained by the DOC. You also have a choice of nine designated camping areas along the track. Transport Nelson to Brown Hut
Brown Hut to Perry Saddle Hut
Perry Saddle Hut to Gouland Downs Hut
Gouland Downs Hut to Saxon Hut
Saxon Hut to James MacKay Hut
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James MacKay Hut to Lewis Hut
Lewis Hut to Heaphy Hut
Heaphy Hut to Kohaihai Shelter
Kohaihai Shelter to Nelson
To read a personal account , (and I must say a far better description), of the natural wonders and scenery of the Heaphy, Marjie Courtis who is an avid Australian bush walker has summoned up the joys of walking the track as well as the benefits of doing the track in the less conventional south to north (west to east) direction.
On the 16 km unsealed road to Brown Hut there are three fords that can at times of heavy rain become impassable.
What to take Ideas on what to pack for the tramp (My packing list!) See avalabilty of beds and book huts for Heaphy track. Weather Update Weather forecast for Nelson next 10 days. Existing & Budget trips If you want to combine on an existing trip (for singles and couples).
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