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Places to stay

There are four huts on the circuit, Mangatepopo, Ketetahi, Oturere and Waihohonu. Passes for these huts should be purchased before commencing the trip to avoid paying a higher price at the hut.

Camping is prohibited within 500 metres of the tracks. Campsites have been established near each of the huts on the circuit. Facilities at the huts can be used when camping.

Hut and camping fees go towards servicing and maintenance to ensure that these special backcountry facilities remain available. Please see the Department of Conservation visitor centres for further information and hut/campsite pass sales.

There will be hut wardens in the huts over the busy season to provide park and weather information.

Any group - maximum size is 12.


Remember:

  • Protect plants and animals
  • Remove rubbish
  • Bury toilet waste
  • Keep streams and lakes clean
  • No fires
  • Camp carefully
  • Keep to the track
  • Consider others
  • Respect our cultural heritage
  • Enjoy your visit
  • Toitu te whenua (leave the land undisturbed)

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Weather

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Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

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Plan & prepare for your trip

Great Walks visitor statistics

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Safety alerts for Central North Island tracks

Contacts

Taupo-nui-a-Tia Area Office
Phone: +64 7 384 7106
Email: tnat@doc.govt.nz
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Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai