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Willingly Shoulder the Burden. Inspired by Ernie St. Paul, the legendary 1950s park ranger who lived deeply self-reliant, off the grid, right where this track loops. This step is entirely about the quiet transformation that happens on the inside when the trail gets tough. We navigate the long, muddy middle miles and raw river crossings to forge an uncomplaining, resilient spirit within ourselves—proving we can carry the heavy weight of provision cleanly and with true warrior pride.Ernies Loop Track is a rugged, 15-kilometre backcountry hiking trail located in the Hunua Ranges Regional Park, southeast of Auckland.
The Lookouts: Elevated vantage points offering sweeping views across the dense native forest canopy and the Upper Mangatāwhiri Reservoir.
The Terrain: A mix of wide gravel operational roads like Waterline Road and narrow, heavily forested dirt tracks.
This intermediate-level track typically takes between 5 to 7 hours to complete and is known for its steep, challenging climbs, deep mud, and beautiful native bush.
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Hunua Ranges, Auckland, New Zealand
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