John Coull Hut
Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region
Introduction
This is a 24-bunk hut located on the Whanganui Journey in the Whanganui area.Facilities
- Cooking
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Seasonal restrictions
In the Great Walks season (1 October 2021 – 30 April 2022)
- Bookings are required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2021 – 30 September 2021)
- Bookings are not required - first come, first served
- Facilities are reduced
Fees
In the Great Walks season (1 October 2021 – 30 April 2022)
New Zealand citizens and those ordinarily resident in New Zealand*:
- Adult (18+ years): $30 per person, per night
- Child (17 years and under): free but booking still required
International visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $30 per person, per night
- Child (17 years and under): $15 per person, per night
Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2021 – 30 September 2021)
For all visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $15 per person, per night
- Child (17 years and under): free
Bookings
Read the terms and conditions before you book.
Tracks to this hut
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BJ32
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1765226, N5655601
- Boil, filter or treat water – water from tap is not treated.
- No cellphone coverage on the Whanganui River.
- Wasps are a known hazard and are particularly common from January until May. Carry antihistamines if you’re allergic to their stings.
You won’t be charged for staying an extra night at a campsite or hut due to high river levels – don’t canoe the river when water levels are predicted to rise or flooded.
Your safety is your responsibility. Stay safe in the outdoors by following the Land Safety Code.
Tell someone your plans, including when to raise the alarm if you haven't returned, by using the Outdoors Intentions form.
COVID-19 vaccination policy
Eligible people aged 12 years three months and over must be fully vaccinated to use DOC accommodation. See COVID-19 vaccination policy.
Contacts
| Whanganui Office | |
| Phone: | +64 6 349 2100 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | whanganui@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
34-36 Taupo Quay Whanganui 4500 |
| Postal Address: |
Private Bag 3016 Whanganui 4540 |
| Full office details | |