Camp carefully
New Zealand's backcountry users are fortunate to have a large network of tracks, huts and campsites. The fees paid for staying at campsites and huts are used to maintain these facilities. Cooperation between visitors is an important part of sharing campsites and huts.
Practise "No Trace" camping:
- Use campsites where they are provided.
- Use modern equipment that doesn't damage the environment and helps you be self-reliant. Cutting vegetation for tent poles and sleeping areas is not necessary.
- Leave the area in as natural a state as possible. It is kind to the environment and appreciated by other visitors.
- Camp on hard or sandy surfaces.
- Keep your camping sites compact; do not clutter up an area and spoil the atmosphere for others.
When using huts:
- Be considerate of other hut users.
- Treat huts with respect; leave them tidy and clean.
- Enter intentions in the hut books.