Kapakapanui Loop De Loop Hut
Kapakapanui is an isolated minor peak of 1102 metres in the
southwest corner of the range, dominating the skyline from
Paraparaumu and Waikanae.
The open summit of Kapakapanui is one of the best viewpoints in
the Tararua Range, revealing not only the full extent of the
Southern Crossing, but also the featureless forested maze of the
Renata-Maymorn-Akatarawa uplands, as well as the sweep of the
Kapiti coastline and the dramatic silhouette of Kapiti Island 22 km
to the west.
The climb is steep and the track rough and muddy in places, with
the forest still bearing the marks of the devastating 1936 cyclonic
storm.
Please park considerately and keep dogs on a lead. The first 15
to 20 minutes require several unbridged river crossings, be
prepared to get wet feet. Do not attempt to cross if the river is
in flood.
What to expect on a tramping track
Challenging day or multi-day tramping/hiking
Track is mostly unformed with steep, rough or muddy sections
Suitable for people with good fitness. Moderate to high level
backcountry (remote areas) skills and experience, including
navigation and survival skills required
Track has markers, poles or rock cairns. Expect unbridged stream
and river crossings
Tramping/hiking boots required
About the cache. It is a white screw top container. Big enough
for trackables or other collectables. Cache contains: log book,
pencil, pencil sharper, candle and waterproof matches. This is a
part of a loop track. At the given co-od's you will be standing at
a large tree on the track and should be able to read a sign.
To complete this loop de loop should take between 6-7 hours.
Views are amazing at points