Waihāhā Hut Track
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Maddy Brennan
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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 closest DOC office to get a permit. Other pets on conservation land rules.
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
- Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it.
- Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts.
- Pack warm clothes and extra food. Check gear lists.
- Share your plans and take ways to get help. Share directly or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk. Take a distress beacon.
- Take care of yourself and each other.
Contacts
| DOC Customer Service Centre | |
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| Phone | 0800 275 362 |
| tekuiti@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | DOC offices |