Waiuta Lodge

Getting there

West Coast, near Reefton. Waiuta turn-off  signposted off SH 7 just before Ikamatua, 21km south of Reefton. 

Features

This historic lodge is ideal for school groups and provides a great base for outdoor activities and learning about local history. There is an education resource kit available with pre visit, on site and post visit activities. A ranger can be booked to give educational talks (subject to availability). The area is rich in historic relics from its mining past and there are excellent short walks nearby.

Waiuta Lodge.
Waiuta Lodge

Facilities

  • Sleeps 30 in bunkrooms. Separate room for  teachers.
  • Full kitchen with electric oven, pots, pans, cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery
  • Fridge / freezer
  • Hot water, from zip (wall mounted unit)
  • Electric heating 
  • Separate toilet block with hot showers and flush toilets

Fees

Adult: $15.00
Youth / child $7.50
School and education groups entitled to a 50% discount. 

 
Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Contact

DOC visitor centres