In the past this was a very popular local walk, but forestry operations have disrupted the access. NTC has been exploring the route to identify any problems. It is quite accessible and while we did have some problems locat ing the Zig Zag track, we did get to the top! [We added tape to help}.
< p>This will be the first attempt as a club trip. It is not technical but it is steep in places so a good level of fitness wil help. Saddle Hillis 1217 m and the south "Double" is 1168 m with a 2.2 km "walk" in between.The plan:- Park near the Caretakers House at the Maitai Dam. It is then an easy walk (15 mins) to Teal Saddle (Alt. 350m).
From Teal Saddle foll ow the firebreak along the Water Reserve to the start of the DOC track (600 m) [BDL 3 on the Topo Map] ; &nb sp; This is the steepest part of the climb but quite short. Af er a short break, follow the marked DOC track through some nice native bush and rock outcrops to the start of the Zig Zag climb (at 750 m). Climb from here to the first 'Double'.(1168m). Follow the DOC markers to Saddle Hill.
We will be walking in bush most of the way, but there are excel lent views over Nelson and Tasman Bay from Saddle Hill itself (weather perm itting)
Tramp could be Sat or Sun depending on the weather.
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