Frampton's Hut
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Tasha Oxford
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Frampton's Hut
Located in Waima & Mataraua Forests in the Northland region
Introduction
This is a six-bunk, standard hut located in Northland's Waima Forest.Facilities
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
6 bunk beds
Frampton's Hut is in a flat clearing above Falls creek.
It has 6 bunks and handwashing facilities.
Fees
Free.
Frampton’s Hut is situated near the Six Foot Track in the western end of Waima Forest.
Alternatively, you can reach the hut starting from the Hauturu Highpoint Track. Follow this to the Waima Main Range Track before heading towards the Six Foot Track and hut.
The site is in a flat clearing on a broad ridge above Falls creek.
Tracks to this hut
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Hauturu Highpoint Track
Located in Waima & Mataraua ForestsClimb onto a razor back ridge in the Waima Ranges for sensational views and pristine vegetation.Duration 4 hr one wayDifficulty Advanced -
Six Foot Track
Located in Waima & Mataraua ForestsThis is a walk to Framptons Hut and on to the Waima Main Range Track.Duration 1 hr 30 min one wayDifficulty Intermediate
Location
Topo50 map sheet:AW27
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1642987, N6070026
Stop kauri dieback and protect kauri
Kauri dieback spreads through soil.
- Scrub all soil off shoes and gear.
- Use cleaning stations.
- Always stay on the track.
Contacts
| Te Tai Kauri / Kauri Coast Office | |
| Phone: | +64 9 439 3450 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | dargaville@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
150 Colville Road Dargaville |
| Postal Address: |
150 Colville Road RD7 Dargaville 0377 |
| Full office details | |