A very nice circuit in the central Ruahines, with a good mix of forest, tops and river travel. Howletts is a magical spot.
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Longview - Howletts 16-18 September
Approaching the summit of Otumore
North along the main range
Looking back across Oroua Saddle
Arriving at Howletts
Sawtooth Ridge from the shoulder of Tiraha
Heading back to Howletts
New member Steve Knowles at Howletts
Departing for the chilly Tukituki valley on Sunday morning
Cold water!
A welcome sunny spot outside Daphne Hut
The track out of the Tukituki, heading back towards Longview
A nice lunch spot
Top of the Longview track, looking towards Otumore