The dark green slopes of Mount Climie (862m) loom somewhat forebodingly behind Upper Hutt, but this peak is an easy half-day, out-and-back hike well within reach of many families.
See the April 2021 issue of Wilderness Magazine for my write-up.

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Tramps in this category are, or have sections that are, moderately strenuous. A reasonable level of fitness and experience from previous walking and tramping is advantageous.
The dark green slopes of Mount Climie (862m) loom somewhat forebodingly behind Upper Hutt, but this peak is an easy half-day, out-and-back hike well within reach of many families.
See the April 2021 issue of Wilderness Magazine for my write-up.