Ruahine Forest Park — Attraction in North Island

The park was located some 20k's off the main road. You drive through private farmland to get there, including a number of gates. Once there, the trail heads straight up. You want to be in good shape because the climb is relentless. Once at the top you'll enjoy some nice views of the surrounding hills. Not sure I'd make the 2-hour drive from Hawkes Bay...

Nice quiet forest with a selection of trails available. It was rather difficult to find the carpark and there were not many signs along the trails. Plan ahead and hike with daylight. Went at night and got lost and went around in circles before finding...

Lovely walk for any tramper to explore Ruahine Range, unfortunately we had showers all the way to the hut but legend has it the views are awesome when weathers clear. You start the tramp at 800ish altitude and the sunrise hut is situated at...