Valleys, Routes, and Crossings
Eastern Tararuas
Mangatainoka Valley
No huts
Ruamahanga Valley
Cattle Ridge Hut
Cattle Ridge Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.73, 175.503. There are 5 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Kiriwhakapapa Valley
Kiriwhakapapa Campsite
Kiriwhakapapa Campsite is a Standard campsite, located at -40.808, 175.546, set in a forest and rivers and lakes landscape. Access is by campervan, car, and caravan. Activities include walking and tramping. It has 15 unpowered sites with non-powered/tent sites, shelter for cooking, toilets - flush, water from stream, toilets, and water supply. Dogs on a leash only. Other pets on conservation land rules. are allowed. Bookings are required.
Blue Range Hut
Blue Range Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.793, 175.519. There are 4 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Mikimiki Valley
No huts
Waingawa Valley
Mitre Flats Hut
Mitre Flats Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.831, 175.478. There are 14 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Mitre Flats Hut alert
Section of Atiwhakatu Track closed for bridge replacements
A section of Atiwhakatu Track between Donnelly Flats and River Ridge Track will be closed from 9 April to 30 April, 2026 to allow for the replacement of two bridges along this section of the track.
Detour: follow the Gentle Annie Track and River Ridge Track as an alternative route: see map (PDF, 415K). Allow an additional 2–3 hours for this detour.
First published on 7 April 2026.A section of Atiwhakatu Track between Donnelly Flats and River Ridge Track will be closed from 9 April to 30 April, 2026 to allow for the replacement of two bridges along this section of the track.
Detour: follow the Gentle Annie Track and River Ridge Track as an alternative route: see map (PDF, 415K). Allow an additional 2–3 hours for this detour.
First published on 7 April 2026.
Mid King Bivvy
Mid King Bivvy is a Bivvy or Basic hut, located at -40.827, 175.448. There are 2 bunks with toilets - non-flush, water from stream, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Cow Creek Hut
Cow Creek Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.777, 175.491. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from stream, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
Arete Forks Hut
Arete Forks Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.765, 175.456. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from stream, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
Holdsworth Road-end
Holdsworth Campsite
Holdsworth Campsite is a Standard campsite, located at -40.907, 175.48, set in a forest landscape. Access is by campervan, car, and caravan. Activities include fishing, swimming, and walking and tramping. It has 150 unpowered sites with fire pit/place for campfires (except in fire bans), non-powered/tent sites, shelter for cooking, toilets - flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, toilets, and water supply. Dogs on a leash only. Other pets on conservation land rules. are allowed. Bookings are required.Holdsworth Campsite alert
Road into Holdsworth Campsite storm damaged
The road into Holdsworth Campsite has been damaged by recent weather events. Take care when entering Holdsworth Campsite. 4WD or high-clearance vehicles are advised.
First published on 21 April 2026.The road into Holdsworth Campsite has been damaged by recent weather events. Take care when entering Holdsworth Campsite. 4WD or high-clearance vehicles are advised.
First published on 21 April 2026.
Atiwhakatu Hut
Atiwhakatu Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.868, 175.454. There are 26 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are required.Atiwhakatu Hut alert
Section of Atiwhakatu Track closed for bridge replacements
A section of Atiwhakatu Track between Donnelly Flats and River Ridge Track will be closed from 9 April to 30 April, 2026 to allow for the replacement of two bridges along this section of the track.
Detour: follow the Gentle Annie Track and River Ridge Track as an alternative route: see map (PDF, 415K). Allow an additional 2–3 hours for this detour.
First published on 7 April 2026.A section of Atiwhakatu Track between Donnelly Flats and River Ridge Track will be closed from 9 April to 30 April, 2026 to allow for the replacement of two bridges along this section of the track.
Detour: follow the Gentle Annie Track and River Ridge Track as an alternative route: see map (PDF, 415K). Allow an additional 2–3 hours for this detour.
First published on 7 April 2026.Atiwhakatu Track active slip
There is an active slip on this track. The slip impacts access to Atiwhakatu Hut, and Jumbo Hut if accessing Jumbo Hut via Atiwhakatu Track.
Avoid this area during heavy rain.
View a map showing location of slip (JPEG, 108K)
First published on 23 October 2025. Last reviewed on 13 February 2026.
There is an active slip on this track. The slip impacts access to Atiwhakatu Hut, and Jumbo Hut if accessing Jumbo Hut via Atiwhakatu Track.
Avoid this area during heavy rain.
First published on 23 October 2025. Last reviewed on 13 February 2026.Powell Hut
Powell Hut is a Serviced hut, located at -40.885, 175.424. There are 32 bunks with cooking, heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are required.Powell Hut alert
Section of Atiwhakatu Track closed for bridge replacements
A section of Atiwhakatu Track between Donnelly Flats and River Ridge Track will be closed from 9 April to 30 April, 2026 to allow for the replacement of two bridges along this section of the track.
Detour: follow the Gentle Annie Track and River Ridge Track as an alternative route: see map (PDF, 415K). Allow an additional 2–3 hours for this detour.
First published on 7 April 2026.A section of Atiwhakatu Track between Donnelly Flats and River Ridge Track will be closed from 9 April to 30 April, 2026 to allow for the replacement of two bridges along this section of the track.
Detour: follow the Gentle Annie Track and River Ridge Track as an alternative route: see map (PDF, 415K). Allow an additional 2–3 hours for this detour.
First published on 7 April 2026.Atiwhakatu Track active slip
There is an active slip on this track. The slip impacts access to Atiwhakatu Hut, and Jumbo Hut if accessing Jumbo Hut via Atiwhakatu Track.
Avoid this area during heavy rain.
View a map showing location of slip (JPEG, 108K)
First published on 23 October 2025. Last reviewed on 13 February 2026.There is an active slip on this track. The slip impacts access to Atiwhakatu Hut, and Jumbo Hut if accessing Jumbo Hut via Atiwhakatu Track.
Avoid this area during heavy rain.
First published on 23 October 2025. Last reviewed on 13 February 2026.
Jumbo Hut
Jumbo Hut is a Serviced hut, located at -40.854, 175.44. There are 20 bunks with cooking, heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are required.Jumbo Hut alert
Section of Atiwhakatu Track closed for bridge replacements
A section of Atiwhakatu Track between Donnelly Flats and River Ridge Track will be closed from 9 April to 30 April, 2026 to allow for the replacement of two bridges along this section of the track.
Detour: follow the Gentle Annie Track and River Ridge Track as an alternative route: see map (PDF, 415K). Allow an additional 2–3 hours for this detour.
First published on 7 April 2026.A section of Atiwhakatu Track between Donnelly Flats and River Ridge Track will be closed from 9 April to 30 April, 2026 to allow for the replacement of two bridges along this section of the track.
Detour: follow the Gentle Annie Track and River Ridge Track as an alternative route: see map (PDF, 415K). Allow an additional 2–3 hours for this detour.
First published on 7 April 2026.Atiwhakatu Track active slip
There is an active slip on this track. The slip impacts access to Atiwhakatu Hut, and Jumbo Hut if accessing Jumbo Hut via Atiwhakatu Track.
Avoid this area during heavy rain.
View a map showing location of slip (JPEG, 108K)
First published on 23 October 2025. Last reviewed on 13 February 2026.There is an active slip on this track. The slip impacts access to Atiwhakatu Hut, and Jumbo Hut if accessing Jumbo Hut via Atiwhakatu Track.
Avoid this area during heavy rain.
First published on 23 October 2025. Last reviewed on 13 February 2026.Mangatarere Valley
No huts
Kaipaitangata Valley
No huts
Waiohine Valley
Waiohine Gorge Campsite
Waiohine Gorge Campsite is a Standard campsite, located at -40.996, 175.39, set in a rivers and lakes landscape. Access is by campervan, car, and caravan. Activities include kayaking and canoeing, rafting, swimming, and walking and tramping. It has 50 unpowered sites with non-powered/tent sites, toilets - flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, toilets, and water supply. Dogs on a leash only. Other pets on conservation land rules. are allowed. Bookings are required.Waiohine Gorge Campsite alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.
Totara Flats Hut
Totara Flats Hut is a Serviced hut, located at -40.933, 175.403. There are 26 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are required.Totara Flats Hut alert
Lower Waiohine Track slip
There is a large slip on the Lower Waiohine Track. The only access past the slip to Totara Flats Hut now requires walking upstream on the riverbank. This shouldn’t be attempted during or after heavy rainfall or when the river flow is high.
There is no longer access to pass above the slip.
Check the weather forecast before you go. Trampers should take extra care and look for hazards such as rockfall when travelling this section.
First published on 29 November 2024. Last reviewed on 22 April 2026.There is a large slip on the Lower Waiohine Track. The only access past the slip to Totara Flats Hut now requires walking upstream on the riverbank. This shouldn’t be attempted during or after heavy rainfall or when the river flow is high.
There is no longer access to pass above the slip.
Check the weather forecast before you go. Trampers should take extra care and look for hazards such as rockfall when travelling this section.
First published on 29 November 2024. Last reviewed on 22 April 2026.Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.Sayer Hut
Sayer Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.946, 175.395. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Sayer Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.
Neill Forks Hut
Neill Forks Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.933, 175.356. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from stream, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Neill Forks Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.Southern Taraua Forest Park pest control operation
We plan to distribute toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter on 23 March 2026, depending on the weather.
Taraua Forest Park will remain open. You are advised not to walk tracks on the day of the operation.
See the operation map (JPG, 297K)
This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.
First published on 23 March 2026.We plan to distribute toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter on 23 March 2026, depending on the weather.
Taraua Forest Park will remain open. You are advised not to walk tracks on the day of the operation.
See the operation map (JPG, 297K)
This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.
First published on 23 March 2026.
Mid Waiohine Hut
Mid Waiohine Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.874, 175.382. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from stream, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
Nichols Hut
Nichols Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.81, 175.376. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
Carkeek Hut
Carkeek Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.79, 175.396. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
Dorset Ridge Hut
Dorset Ridge Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.808, 175.422. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
McGregor Bivvy
McGregor Bivvy is a Bivvy or Basic hut, located at -40.832, 175.411. There are 2 bunks with toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Winchcombe Biv
Winchcombe Biv
Winchcombe Biv is a Bivvy or Basic hut, located at -40.9496, 175.3099. It has two bunks with no toilet, water from tap, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come first served.
Winchcombe Biv
Winchcombe Biv is a Bivvy or Basic hut, located at -40.95, 175.31. There are 2 bunks with mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Winchcombe Biv alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.Tauwharenīkau Valley
Bucks Road Campsite
Bucks Road Campsite is a Standard campsite, located at -41.065, 175.353, set in a rivers and lakes landscape. Access is by campervan, car, and caravan. Activities include swimming and walking and tramping. It has 25 unpowered sites with non-powered/tent sites, water from stream, toilets - non-flush, toilets, and water supply. Dogs on a leash only. Other pets on conservation land rules. are allowed. Bookings are required.Bucks Road Campsite alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.
Tutuwai Hut
Tutuwai Hut is a Standard hut, located at -41.01, 175.325. There are 20 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Tutuwai Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.Southern Taraua Forest Park pest control operation
We plan to distribute toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter on 23 March 2026, depending on the weather.
Taraua Forest Park will remain open. You are advised not to walk tracks on the day of the operation.
See the operation map (JPG, 297K)
This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.
First published on 23 March 2026.We plan to distribute toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter on 23 March 2026, depending on the weather.
Taraua Forest Park will remain open. You are advised not to walk tracks on the day of the operation.
See the operation map (JPG, 297K)
This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.
First published on 23 March 2026.
Cone Hut
Cone Hut is a Bivvy or Basic hut, located at -40.988, 175.345. There are 6 bunks with heating, toilets - non-flush, water from stream, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Cone Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.Southern Taraua Forest Park pest control operation
We plan to distribute toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter on 23 March 2026, depending on the weather.
Taraua Forest Park will remain open. You are advised not to walk tracks on the day of the operation.
See the operation map (JPG, 297K)
This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.
First published on 23 March 2026.We plan to distribute toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter on 23 March 2026, depending on the weather.
Taraua Forest Park will remain open. You are advised not to walk tracks on the day of the operation.
See the operation map (JPG, 297K)
This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.
First published on 23 March 2026.
Alpha Hut
Alpha Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.986, 175.282. There are 20 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Alpha Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.Ungulate control for parts of Tararua Forest Park
Ungulate (goats, deer pigs) control work will take place from January to July 2026. The operation will include both aerial shooting and ground hunting with indicator dogs, thermal drone assistance as well as aerial surveillance and trail cameras for monitoring. The operation is shown on the map in the solid pink and solid yellow buffer zones.
Tararua Forest Park ungulate operation area map (PDF, 137K)
First published on 22 January 2026.Ungulate (goats, deer pigs) control work will take place from January to July 2026. The operation will include both aerial shooting and ground hunting with indicator dogs, thermal drone assistance as well as aerial surveillance and trail cameras for monitoring. The operation is shown on the map in the solid pink and solid yellow buffer zones.
First published on 22 January 2026.Southern Tararuas
Hutt River System
No huts
Frances Stream
Renata Hut
Renata Hut is a Bivvy or Basic hut, located at -40.968, 175.173. There are 6 bunks with heating, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Renata Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.Toilet closed due to damage
The toilet at Renata Hut is unusable as a tree has struck and critically damaged it.
First published on 20 November 2025. Last reviewed on 19 March 2026.The toilet at Renata Hut is unusable as a tree has struck and critically damaged it.
First published on 20 November 2025. Last reviewed on 19 March 2026.Ungulate control for parts of Tararua Forest Park
Ungulate (goats, deer pigs) control work will take place from January to July 2026. The operation will include both aerial shooting and ground hunting with indicator dogs, thermal drone assistance as well as aerial surveillance and trail cameras for monitoring. The operation is shown on the map in the solid pink and solid yellow buffer zones.
Tararua Forest Park ungulate operation area map (PDF, 137K)
First published on 22 January 2026.Ungulate (goats, deer pigs) control work will take place from January to July 2026. The operation will include both aerial shooting and ground hunting with indicator dogs, thermal drone assistance as well as aerial surveillance and trail cameras for monitoring. The operation is shown on the map in the solid pink and solid yellow buffer zones.
First published on 22 January 2026.Western Tararuas
Ngatiawa, Waikanae, and Mangaone Valleys
Kapakapanui Hut
Kapakapanui Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.917, 175.155. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Kapakapanui Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.Renata Hut
Renata Hut is a Bivvy or Basic hut, located at -40.968, 175.173. There are 6 bunks with heating, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Renata Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.Toilet closed due to damage
The toilet at Renata Hut is unusable as a tree has struck and critically damaged it.
First published on 20 November 2025. Last reviewed on 19 March 2026.The toilet at Renata Hut is unusable as a tree has struck and critically damaged it.
First published on 20 November 2025. Last reviewed on 19 March 2026.Ungulate control for parts of Tararua Forest Park
Ungulate (goats, deer pigs) control work will take place from January to July 2026. The operation will include both aerial shooting and ground hunting with indicator dogs, thermal drone assistance as well as aerial surveillance and trail cameras for monitoring. The operation is shown on the map in the solid pink and solid yellow buffer zones.
Tararua Forest Park ungulate operation area map (PDF, 137K)
First published on 22 January 2026.Ungulate (goats, deer pigs) control work will take place from January to July 2026. The operation will include both aerial shooting and ground hunting with indicator dogs, thermal drone assistance as well as aerial surveillance and trail cameras for monitoring. The operation is shown on the map in the solid pink and solid yellow buffer zones.
First published on 22 January 2026.
Waiotauru River System
Waiotauru Hut
Waiotauru Hut is a Bivvy or Basic hut, located at -40.939, 175.185. There are 4 bunks with toilets - non-flush, water from stream, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Waiotauru Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.Slips on Waiotauru Track
There are several active slips on the Waiotauru Track between Ōtaki Forks and the Waiotauru Hut. Care should be taken when crossing these.
This is a long-term alert.
First published on 27 February 2026.There are several active slips on the Waiotauru Track between Ōtaki Forks and the Waiotauru Hut. Care should be taken when crossing these.
This is a long-term alert.
First published on 27 February 2026.Otaki River System
Ōtaki Forks Campsite
Ōtaki Forks Campsite is a Standard campsite, located at -40.882, 175.222, set in a forest and rivers and lakes landscape. Access is by campervan, car, and caravan. Activities include fishing, kayaking and canoeing, swimming, and walking and tramping. It has 150 unpowered sites with non-powered/tent sites, toilets - flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, wheelchair accessible, toilets, and water supply. Dogs on a leash only. Other pets on conservation land rules. are allowed. Bookings are required.Parawai Lodge
Parawai Lodge is a Standard hut, located at -40.873, 175.232. There are 18 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Field Hut
Field Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.908, 175.256. There are 20 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
Kime Hut
Kime Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.943, 175.272. There are 20 bunks with mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Kime Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.
Penn Creek Hut
Penn Creek Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.902, 175.286. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from stream, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Penn Creek Hut alert
Predator control for Southern Tararuas
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open.
A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.
First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 13 April 2026.
Waitewaewae Hut
Waitewaewae Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.831, 175.306. There are 16 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
Anderson Memorial Hut
Anderson Memorial Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.846, 175.356. There are 6 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Waitohu Valley
No huts
Waikawa Valley
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Makaretu Valley
No Huts
Ohau Valley
Waiopehu Hut
Waiopehu Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.726, 175.357. There are 18 bunks with mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
Te Matawai Hut
Te Matawai Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.738, 175.399. There are 18 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
South Ohau Hut
South Ohau Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.718, 175.39. There are 10 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.Mangahao Valley
Burn Hut
Burn Hut is a Bivvy or Basic hut, located at -40.62, 175.529. There are 6 bunks with mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
Mangahao Flats Hut
Mangahao Flats Hut is a Standard hut, located at -40.692, 175.436. There are 16 bunks with heating, mattresses, toilets - non-flush, water from tap - not treated, boil before use, and water supply. Bookings are not required, usage is first come, first served.
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