80m
10-12hrs
Public access
700m of descent makes this one of the biggest trips in the North Island. A solid 3hr approach up a steep but well marked track and a “mini canyon ” (2 pitches) entry to the main river. Big waterfalls, Hanging re belays and wide expansive views.
42m (rebelay allows 30m pitch)
Public access
8hr30min
6 pitches down a main river gorge with high flows, big jumps and challenging swims.
124 m (2 x 70 m ropes)
10 hours (5 hours up 5 hours down)
Public Access
Steep alpine canyon, with large multip-pitch rappels.
30m
Heli access to Forbes Hut
Public land
