Lane Cove Hut

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Lane Cove Hut

Located in Whangaroa area in the Northland region

Introduction

This serviced hut is tucked in a sheltered arm of Pekapeka Bay in Whangaroa Harbour. It sleeps 16. The hut must be booked online in advance.

Hut overview

Easy walk from road end

1-3 hours

Category

  • Category
Serviced

Bookings

  • Bookings

Bookings required

Facilities

  • Mattresses
  • Toilets - non-flush
  • Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
16 bunk beds

About this hut

The hut is located in an idyllic landscape only a few steps from the water. The area has spectacular rock formations and fine regenerating coastal forest.

The hut provides an excellent base for exploring the Whangaroa area. You can enjoy a refreshing swim or simply relax on the deck.

The hut sleeps 16.

Getting there

The hut is situated in Lane Cove at the western end of Pekapeka Bay (also known as the Western Arm) in the Whangaroa Harbour.

You can access the hut by boat from Totara North or Whangaroa township. At high tide you can unload almost at the doorstep.

Alternatively there is a two hour walk in on the Wairakau Stream Track from Campbell Road, Totara North (route - can be weather dependent due to stream crossings).

Tracks to the hut

Location

Topo50 map sheet: AU28
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1666802, N6125419

Fees

  • Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
  • Youth (11 - 17 years): $7.50 per night
  • Child/Infant: (0 - 10 years): free

Pay when you make a booking – Backcountry Hut Tickets and Backcountry Hut Passes can't be used to pay for use of this hut.

Bookings

Book Lane Cove Hut online or contact Pewhairangi/Bay of Islands Office. 

Know before you go

  • Outdoor fireplace available all year except during restricted fire season
  • No tents or temporary structures are permitted in the reserve
  • Hunting by permit only
  • No dogs
  • The hut is locked. You will receive instructions on getting the access code in your booking confirmation letter.

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  • Stay away from kauri tree roots.
  • Clean your footwear and gear before and after visiting kauri forest.

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Contacts

Pewhairangi / Bay of Islands Office
Phone:   +64 9 407 0300
Fax:   +64 4 471 1117
Email:   bayofislandsbooking@doc.govt.nz
Address:   34 Landing Road
Kerikeri 0230
Postal Address:   PO Box 128
Kerikeri 0245
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