This was supposed to be a 3 day hike starting from Upper Howqua Camping Area (a pleasant spot) across 6 river crossings up 1k in altitude to Mt Howitt via the Howitt Spur, that is up 6k with no flat piece of dirt until you get to the top. We made it to Mt Howitt and so did the weather,wind, rain and we were glad to get the great Vallejo Gantner Hut (and the best loo with a view. Enjoy the pictures. Check out the map profile from GPS and you will get a better idea of how steep and challenging this walk is.