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The top bunkroom at Moturau Hut is being repaired and is closed.

Due to recent weather events, a 4WD vehicle is essential to access the Mt Fyffe bottom car park. We do not recommend crossing the ford during heavy rain due to …

Moss Creek is temporarily closed due to maintenance.

The track between Gannons Road bridge and Clematis swing bridge is closed until at least December 2026, due to a significant slip. Montgomerie Hut and Kirwans H…

The track between Boatmans Road end through to Kirwans Hut is closed. This is due to extensive flood damage, rock fall and a damaged suspension bridge. The rock…

Access to Flora car park up Graham Valley Road is closed due to the collapse of a major section of road and a number of smaller slips which occurred in a recent…

The road to My Fyffe is damaged and access to the carpark will be closed for some time due to recent weather events. The Hinau track is also closed due to storm…

Coldwater Hut is temporarily closed due to damage from a fallen tree.

Coldwater Hut is temporarily closed due to damage from a fallen tree.

Due to heavy machinery operating on Pirau Ridge Track, the Te Araroa Trail in Puketī-Omahuta Forest is closed from 25 June to 8 July 2026. All connecting tracks…

Due to weather conditions the Hooker Valley Road is closed.  Walking tracks are accessible from Aoraki/Mount Cook Village. Campers will be relocated to the Day …

Motuora Bach is closed until further notice as we assess risks around land instability.

Work has begun but the following tracks remain closed: Wharawhara Tramway Track Wharawhara Link Track Te Rereatukahia Hut Track Note: Waitawheta Tramway Track t…

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 5 November 2025. The Oparara area is open with warning signs in place at key entr…

Visitors should be aware there is currently deep snow and treacherous conditions in the Piano Flat area. 

The fireplace at Parawai Lodge is broken and should not be used.

Packhorse Hut is currently out of firewood and there is no other heating. New firewood should arrive on 14 July. 

Car parking fees apply at White Horse Hill. How to pay fees or buy an annual permit.

Lake Daniell Track is undergoing significant maintenance. Parts of the track are very muddy and slippery, and in some places culverts are exposed for works. Tak…

There is no firewood at Mangatepopo Hut currently. Be prepared - ensure you bring adequate warm clothing and a suitable sleeping bag for the conditions. This al…