Mt Patriarch via John Reid Hut | Kahurangi National Park, New Zealand

Mount Patriarch is one of the most prominent peaks located in Kahurangi National Park, New Zealand. Standing 1,621 meters tall, summiting the peak rewards trampers with panoramic vistas of the Arthur Ranges and other distant peaks and valleys. Starting via the Chummies Track we explore ancient beech forests before heading above the bush line and spending the night at John Reid Hut. Day 2 is a breathtaking trek across the unmarked ridge to Mt Patriarch and then spending the night at Kiwi Saddle Hut. The final day is a gradual downhill via the Wangapeka Track. This trail absolutely blew us away and is highly recommended for anyone looking for a bit more of a challenge.

Date hiked: April 2023
Distance: ~ 35 KM
Duration: 3 days

More info on the trail:
- https://www.getoutdoorsnz.kiwi/trampi....
- https://wilderness-production.s3.ap-s...

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- INTER ASTRA (Among The Stars) by STARS AS SIGNALS
- Heirloom by Tony Anderson
- Stories by Judah Earl
- Sun Drawings (with Madron) by The Field Tapes
- Just Landed by Charlee Nguyen
- Rocky River (with Kristoffer Wallin) by Jesse Brown

Timestamps:
00:00 - Chummies Track to John Reid Hut
7:32 - The Ridge
18:51 - Mt Patriarch
22:13 - Kiwi Saddle Hut
24:16 - Wangapeka Track to Carpark