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Lane Cove Hut at edge of water.
Lane Cove Hut

Located in Whangaroa area in the Northland region

This serviced hut is tucked in a sheltered arm of Pekapeka Bay in Whangaroa Harbour. It sleeps 16. The hut must be booked online in advance.

The hut is located in an idyllic landscape only a few steps from the water. The area has spectacular rock formations and fine regenerating coastal forest.

The hut provides an excellent base for exploring the Whangaroa area. You can enjoy a refreshing swim or simply relax on the deck.

The hut sleeps 16.

You will need to bring a portable stove, food and drink, sleeping bag and cooking utensils. You may wish to boil the water before drinking.

Fees

  • Adult (18+ years): $25 per night
  • Youth (5–17 years): $12.50 per night
  • Child/Infant (0–4 years): free

Hut tickets cannot be used at this hut.

Backcountry Hut Passes can be used at this hut. Passes can be used unlimited for a 6 or 12 month period for most Serviced and Standard huts.

How to pay with your Backcountry Hut Pass.

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Bookings

Bookings for the 2026/27 season open at 12 noon on Tuesday 12 May 2026.  

  • If no availability shows online for your dates, the hut is fully booked.
  • No spaces are kept for visitors arriving without a booking.
  • Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
  • Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.

Book Lane Cove Hut online.

Your hut booking is for any bunk bed, not for a specific bunk bed – select your bunk bed on arrival.

The hut is situated in Lane Cove at the western end of Pekapeka Bay, also known as the Western Arm, in the Whangaroa Harbour.

By water

You can access the hut by boat from Totara North or Whangaroa township. At high tide you can unload almost at the doorstep.

Water taxis may be available.

Walking

There is a walk to the hut on the Wairakau Stream Track from Campbell Road, Totara North. The track can be challenging with muddy sections and uneven ground, and stream crossings that can flood in heavy rain. 

Tracks to this hut

Location

Topo50 map sheet: AU28
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1666802, N6125419
  • Outdoor fireplace available all year except during restricted fire season
  • No tents or temporary structures are permitted in the reserve
  • Hunting by permit only
  • No dogs
  • The hut is locked. You will receive instructions on getting the access code in your booking confirmation letter.