NZ HUNTER MAGAZINE How To
The Trent is one of the bigger tributaries of the Ahaura River and most of the valley is uncharacteristically gentle and wide for Westland with large grassy flats and open forest glades along the fringes. There is one major gorge upstream of Mid Trent, after which the valley opens out again.
Top Trent Hut is located in the upper valley and Trent Saddle at its head provides a Fine weather and low or normal river levels are necessary for the trip to be enjoyable and safe.
