Waihāhā Hut Track
Located in Pureora Forest Park in the Waikato region
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Introduction
Walk to Waihāhā Hut for a short overnight trip.9.4 km one way
Dog access
Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact the relevant DOC office to obtain a permit.
The track follows the Waihāhā River through shrubland into dense podocarp forest. The Waihāhā Hut is in a clearing overlooking the river where the track meets the Hauhungaroa Track.
There is a small camping area beside the hut.
Mountain biking
This is a shared-use track. Follow the mountain bikers code: respect others, respect the rules, respect the track.
From SH32 (Western Bay Road), turn into the carpark for the Taupo Great Lake Trail (south of the Waihāhā Road turnoff). Cross the road from the carpark, go over the small bridge and you'll see the start of the track.
NZTopo 50 map sheets: BG34, BG35
Stay safe in the outdoors
- Take the right gear for your trip: Walking and tramping gear lists.
- Tell a trusted person your plans and when to raise the alarm if you haven’t returned. Send them the information directly, or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk.
- Follow the five essential steps of the Land Safety Code.
Contacts
| Te Kuiti Office | |
| Phone: | +64 7 878 1050 |
| Email: | tekuiti@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
78 Taupiri Street Te Kuiti 3910 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 38 Te Kuiti 3941 |
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