Yeoman's Track

Re-generated native forest and pine forest. Ellis Hut

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You can park on side of road at the gate that prevents you from driving further down Wakarara Road (you should see an orange triangle on the beside the fenceline on the left)

46 km

53 minutes

Unknown

No

Moderate.

If you use the foresty roads to return, just follow my instructions and so you don't end up heading in the wrong direction.

Non-existent.

Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Survival bag, Cellphone, Map

There is actually lots of water on route - the river and many streams you cross (via bridges) on the way. I didn't drink them them myself but given they flow from the Ruahines I believe they would be safe to drink.

This track will get quite muddy and wet in winter and after lots of rain. The river will also run high after lots of rain, so choose a day when there hasn't been much rain previously so you get to cross the river. I only got to do this track after my 3rd attempt to access it. Be also aware there is no cellphone reception for the whole way. When I was there I also saw nobody the whole time. Make sure you take survival gear just in case you can't walk out and let someone know where your ETA (I also left a note in my car for the land owner to find just in case).

All tracks from this roadend require a crossing of the Makaroro River or a walk up the riverbed. It is dangerous to attempt to cross the river when the water level is higher than normal. Also look out for mountain bikers (it is a grade 3 MTB track) and foresty workers on the foresty roads.