Fees
Free
Heritage
The historic Slaty Creek Hut was originally built as a winter project in 1952 by deer cullers. It is believed to have replaced Climo's hut, which had burned down.
It is now used by recreational hunters, trampers and climbers.
Read more tales about this hut in the DOC Conservation blog post: If these walls could talk... deer culler huts tell tales of our past – 20 February 2012
Historic significance
A rare example of a hut built by cullers, largely from hand-hewn materials.
Management
Waiheke River Track, Department of Conservation.
Fabric
A hut built of pit-sawn tōtara slabs, with an iron roof. It contains four bunks, a bench, stools and has an open fire. The hut stands in a small clearing amid beech trees where Slaty Creek meets the Waiheke River, an upper Ahaura tributary.
Fabric significance
The pit-sawn tōtara slab construction is an old method seldom seen today.
Future management
The hut will continue to be used for recreation on the Amuri Pass tramping route. The hut will continue to be maintained to protect its historic fabric and minimise deterioration.
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BU22
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1524841, N5289303
Stay safe when crossing rivers
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
Paparoa National Park Visitor Centre
| Phone: | +64 3 731 1895 |
| Email: | paparoavc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: | 4294 Coast Road Punakaiki RD 1 Runanga 7873 |
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