Wilderness has been New Zealand's magazine of the outdoors since 1991, covering trails, hikes, camping, outdoor gear, skills and outdoor culture.

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The magazine is a family affair, started by David Hall and now published by his son Alistair Hall and his wife Pelin Hall. The print edition of Wilderness is produced 10 times a year, with a …

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Since you’re reading a magazine devoted entirely to tramping and walking, you probably think the answer is no. But I can think of one: a walk that leads to hundreds of others. That would be the …

Top Dingle Hut via Mt Gladwish, Hāwea Conservation Park Mt Gladwish (1861m) lies on the ridge that separates Hāwea and Ahuriri conservation parks. Climbing this peak can be part of a …

Of all the gear reviewed in Wilderness each year, a few items become packing list favourites. Here’s the kit our gear editor especially loved in 2024.

Save yourself a trip to the shops and order your Wilderness magazine direct from us. We’ll post your order on the day we receive your order (excluding weekends and public holidays). What’s …

Last held in Fiordland in 2023, GODZONE pitches teams of four against each other as they navigate their own route through wilderness areas on an unrelenting and unknown course.

The best photos will feature people in the landscape: trampers, climbers, kayakers, bikers – anyone enjoying New Zealand’s wilderness. Above: Sam Harrison’s photo of trampers near …