John Coull Hut
Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region
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Introduction
This is a 24-bunk hut located on the Whanganui Journey in the Whanganui area.Facilities
- Cooking
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Seasonal restrictions
In the Great Walks season (1 October – 30 April)
- Bookings are required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May – 30 September)
- Bookings are not required - first come, first served
- Facilities are reduced
Fees
Backcountry Hut Passes
Passes are valid for use in this hut from 1 May to 30 September. Passes won't be accepted from 1 October to 30 April.
In the Great Walks season (1 October – 30 April)
For all visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $35 per person, per night
- Child (5 to 17 years): $18 per person, per night
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May – 30 September)
For all visitors:
- Adult (18+ years): $25 per person, per night
- Child (5 to 17 years): $12.50 per person, per night
Bookings
Read the terms and conditions before you book.
Tracks to this hut
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BJ32
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1765226, N5655601
- Boil, filter or treat water – water from tap is not treated.
- No cellphone coverage on the Whanganui River.
- Wasps are a known hazard and are particularly common from January until May. Carry antihistamines if you’re allergic to their stings.
You won’t be charged for staying an extra night at a campsite or hut due to high river levels – don’t canoe the river when water levels are predicted to rise or flooded.
Weather forecast
Contacts
| DOC Customer Service Centre | |
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| Phone | 0800 275 362 |
| whanganui@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | DOC offices |