Nau mai, haere mai ki te rōpū hīkoi o te pae maunga o Tararua
Welcome to the Tararua Tramping Club
We are a welcoming outdoors community where journeys, knowledge, and resources are shared, friendships are made, and a lifelong spirit of adventure is inspired.
Enjoy outdoor activities, simply need some exercise, want to meet friendly people? We have what you're looking for.
From 1919 TTC has enjoyed tramping and day walks, and many other activities, including family trips, snow sports, biking, youth programme and climbing and mountaineering. Have a look at our activities and trips for more details. more …
Our trip schedule has all kinds of trips and activities, all year round.
Our club meetings are held every Tuesday night at our clubrooms in Moncrieff Street. You are invited to join us. more …
Tararua Hall can be hired, please see our venue information for details.
At our next hui on 2026-10-27
Club nights are held on Tuesdays at our clubrooms, opening at 7:10 p.m., with the proceedings starting at 7:30 p.m.
27 October The work of the Backcountry Trust Kevin O'Connor
Kevin O'Connor talks about the expanding work of the Backcountry Trust.
An exciting operational agreement being developed with DoC will mean the Backcountry Trust and the wider backcountry community will have more involvement in the upkeep of backcountry huts and tracks.
Please see our online hui guidance for information on how to attend and for an invitation.
Coming up on Tuesday 2026-11-03
03 November In Nank’s footsteps Dave Bamford, John Wild, and Paul Maxim
Since 2014, Dave Bamford, John Wild, and Paul Maxim have endeavoured to keep the legacy of John Nankervis’ trips alive by going back to the mountains with other regulars from Nank’s yesteryears. They will tease out some of these outings and what Nank meant to each of them. Many attendees will have their own memories which they may also like to briefly recall. A fun talk down memory lane.
Upcoming trips 🥾
| Date | Location | Grade | Leader | Contact | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Zealandia | R | Peter Nixon | 027 372 2878 | |
| 21 | Mapuia Walkway to Centennial Park | E | Jean Morgan | 027 452 3025 | |
| 21 | Lees Grove Tracks | EM | Penny Hoy-Mack | 027 505 7841 | |
| 21 | Puke Ariki | M | Mary Perkins | 021 022 49134 | |
| 21 | Tunnel Gully area | M | John Dement | 021 372 168 | |
| 21 | Catchpool - North Saddle - Pt830 | MF | Mike Wespel-Rose | 027 562 6341 | |
| 28 | Rangituhi/Colonial Knob via Ohariu Valley | E | Michele Dickson | 022 635 0193 | |
| 28 | Rangituhi / Colonial Knob | EM | Vivienne Radcliffe | 021 948 634 | |
| 28 | Bike: Brooklyn to Red Rocks | M, bike | Paul Bruce | 021 027 19370 | |
| 28 | Lunch on Frith: Twin Bridges - Frith - Bucks Rd | M | Joan Basher | 027 346 7700 | |
| 28 | Mangaone South Off Track Adventure | M | Bill Allcock | 027 310 0263 | |
| 28 | Corner Creek - Wharekahau Stream | MF | Jenny Mason | 021 230 9211 |
Recent 2026 weekly activities
- 2026-10-14 Zealandia, Mt Kaukau, Skyline Track, Mt Hector, Kime, Tauwharenīkau River.
- 2026-10-07 Karori Park Café, Belmont Regional Park, Island Bay Circuit, Highbury - Kingston Loop, Maungakōtukutuku Scenic Reserve, Tararua Lodge
- 2026-09-30 Waiwhetū Stream, Lowry-Rata Ridge, Skyline track, Odell Reserve and Trelissick Park, Brooklyn-Sinclair Head/Te Rimurapa, Waiohine Gorge-Cone Saddle circuit,
Recent 2026 trip reports from the Tararua Tramper
- 2025-12-10 Central Hawkes Bay Cycling
- 2025-11-29-Apiti Ridge Ride Brief trip summary here
- 2025-11-19 Gollans Stream
