View from Māori Saddle Route looking towards Mataketake Hut
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Introduction

The Māori Saddle Route takes you from the Historic Haast to Paringa Track to Mataketake Hut.

Walking and tramping

9 hrs one way from SH6 Expert: Route

Seasonal restrictions

In winter, snow may affect access to, and along, the tops to the hut.

The tracks are located in a popular Haast Roar hunting area, so may be particularly busy throughout the Roar period (mid-March to mid-April).

Dog access

Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact the relevant DOC office to obtain a permit.

Stay safe in the outdoors

Contacts

Awarua / Haast Visitor Centre
Phone:   +64 3 750 0809
Fax:   -
Email:   haastvc@doc.govt.nz
Address:   Haast Junction
Corner SH6 and Jackson Bay Road
Haast
South Westland
Postal Address:   PO Box 50
Haast 7844
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