Daly's Clearing Hut - painted by Dulux in partnership with DOC to protect our special places
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Daly's Clearing Hut
Located in Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park in the Bay of Plenty region
Introduction
This is a standard 16-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.Hut overview
Easy walk from road end
Facilities
- Mattresses
About this hut
This two-room 16 bunk hut has separate dining / living space. The small clearing outside the hut is suitable for camping.
Getting there
The quickest way to the hut is from the end of Franklin Road; following the Waitawheta Tramway Track south and then turning west at the junction with the Dalys Clearing Loop Track.
It is situated en route to Mount Te Aroha or as a short side trip en route to the head of the Waitawheta Valley.
Tracks to the hut
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Waitawheta Tramway
Located in Kaimai Mamaku Conservation ParkFollow an old tramline (1898 - 1928) on a relatively flat track through the spectacular Waitawheta Gorge - with interpretation panels as well, it's a great option for kids.Duration 8 hr (return), 3-4 hrs one wayDifficulty Intermediate -
Daly's Clearing Loop Track
Located in Kaimai Mamaku Conservation ParkA highlight along this track is the extensive groves of nīkau nestled under tall tawa, kohekohe and pukatea forest.1 current alertDuration 4 hrDifficulty Advanced -
North-South Track
Located in Kaimai Mamaku Conservation ParkThis is a multi-day tramp using rugged, unmarked routes suitable for expert backcountry trampers only. Trampers will need to camp in addition to staying in huts.2 current alertsDuration 5 - 7 daysDifficulty Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BC35
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1844296, N5847783
Fees
- Adult (18+ years): $5 per night
- Youth (11 - 17 years): $2.50 per night
- Child/Infant (0 - 10 years): free
Before you go, buy 1 Standard Hut Ticket (blue for adults, yellow for youth) for each night's stay. Put this in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 6 or 12 month period.
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Contacts
| Tauranga Office | |
| Phone: | +64 7 578 7677 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | taurangainfo@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
253 Chadwick Road West Greerton West Tauranga 3112 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 9003 Greerton West Tauranga 3142 |
| Full office details | |