Places to stay
On the Wairarapa side of the park you can either stay at the Corner Creek campsite or in two basic DOC huts, which are available on a first come, first served basis.
On the Poneke side of the park you can either stay at the Catchpool Valley or Grace's Stream campsites, or in one of the six bookable huts in the Orongorongo Valley. These huts are sole occupancy, and it is essential to book.
Catchpool Valley camping
Camping is only permitted in the Catchpool Valley or Grace's Stream campsites.
Booked huts in the Orongorongo Valley - Rimutaka Forest Park
Booked huts in the Orongorongo Valley are available for exclusive hire. Bookings can be made via the online booking system or by contacting the DOC Wellington Visitor Centre.
Backcountry hut passes and hut tickets are not valid for the booked huts.
Booked huts fees and booking conditions
- A flat fee is charged for each hut.
- Huts are sole occupancy.
- Full payment is required at the time of booking.
- Cancellations must be made at least 10 days before the original occupancy date and within 48 hours of making the booking, otherwise a cancellation fee applies.
- Transfers may be made online up to 2 days before start date. Transfers after this time must be arranged through the DOC Wellington Visitor Centre, and will incur a $10 administration fee.
- Changes may not be made on or after the start date.
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