Sarah Tramps NZ

Tag: Lake Ōhau

  • Tramping Gunsight Pass, Ruataniwha Conservation Park

    Tramping Gunsight Pass, Ruataniwha Conservation Park

    Gunsight Pass had been a trip at the top of the list for Matt and I ever since our trip over Maitland Pass and past the “Banana Tarns” in Ruataniwha Conservation Park. Finally, everything aligned perfectly. I was in the South Island, Matt had time off work and we had good weather. Matt picked me…

  • Dumb-bell Lake with the Flying Dumbo Elephant

    Dumb-bell Lake with the Flying Dumbo Elephant

    Ever wanted to visit a lake that reminds you of the whimsical flying circus elephant Dumbo with his large flappy ears? Dumb-bell Lake, above Lake Ōhau, is as charming as the cartoon elephant Dumbo and well worth all the climbing. Planning Information Topo Map BZ14 Mt BarthBackcountry navigation required. The snow poles to Dumb-bell Lake…