Boar Inn
Hut category
Standard
Tracks and walks
One of the most popular walks in New Zealand, this well developed track passes through different types of bush, leading to the Orongorongo Valley.
Park or reserve
Rimutaka Forest Park
Fees
$25
Hut details
Boar Inn hut
Hut is sole occupancy - bookings are essential.
- lighting by candle (bring your own)
- bring your own cooker, pots, pans, crockery and cooking utensils
- open fire
- tank water
- pit toilet
Notes
Hut location
The New Zealand mapping system changed from the 23 September 2009. The following grid references correspond to Topo50 maps (NZTM2000).
Grid reference: Topo50 map sheet BQ32, E1764676, N5420986
Getting there
2 hours 15 minutes easy walk via the Orongorongo Track. Follow the Orongorongo River downstream from Turere Bridge aprox 700m, passing Raukawa Lodge on the way. The entrance to the hut is marked on the true left at the first bend in the river.
Facilities
4 Bunks
Heating
Mattresses
Plan and prepare
Hut categories
Each hut is unique but the facilities and services provided in or near huts are divided into five categories:
- Great Walks
- Serviced
- Serviced Alpine Huts
- Standard
- Basic
Fees are charged according to the hut category and the level of facilities and services provided at the hut. Find out more about these hut categories.