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These tracks are closed due to safety concerns from severe weather: Lindermann Loop Track – closed Waitengaue Track – closed The Tuahu Track (East) …

Access along the Stony River Route from the Te Rere-o-Tahurangi Falls junction (near Holly Hut) through to Kahui Hut is closed until further notice. This is due…

Oaonui Track, from Ihaia Track through to Kahui Track, is closed due to structure damage after recent flooding. The area is unsafe for trampers. Contact the loc…

There is a large, loose, active slip on the Alice Nash Lodge to Iron Gate Hut Track, about 2 km from Alice Nash Lodge. Several trees have fallen in the area and…

Kelly Knight Hut Track is closed. The mid-section of this track is not on public conservation land and crosses private property. This is currently under re…

Kelly Knight Hut Track is closed. The mid-section of this track is not on public conservation land and crosses private property. This is currently under re…

The Crown Tramway Track that forms the loop walk via Windows Walk, is closed due to landslips. This is a long-term closure. The Windows Walk is open. Return to …

Waiatiu Falls Track is closed due to a bridge on the track being destroyed by a fallen tree. A new bridge will be installed.  First published on 12 May 202…

A significant land slip has occurred on the track to Kauritatahi Hut. The track is closed until further notice as it is blocked by heavy debris, vegetation and …

Zero Invasive Predators distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 by helicopter on  9-10 April 2026.  The operation area remains open. It include…

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 2 March 2026. The operation area includes Mt Aspiring National Park. It is open t…

Be aware of track damage and slippery surfaces on the Bridge to Nowhere Walk. Take care and comply with all bike-dismount signs.  First published on 3 Febr…

Toxic bait containing 1080 was distributed in the north-western area of Ruahine Forest Park on 5 March 2026. Treatment blocks can be viewed on DOC's pesticide s…

Sub-zero temperatures and ice is now expected on the track. Expect snow at all times. Alpine skills and equipment, as well as warm and waterproof clothing are n…

Goat control teams will be working in the Te Mata Ridge in the Mangapurua/Kaiwhakauka areas in Whanganui National Park from 1 April to 31 May 2026. Contract Hun…

Pouri Hut has been destroyed by a fire.  If you are hiking the Matemateāonga Track or hunting in the area, you will need to bring alternative shelter (a te…

The Harper Pass Track has significant washouts between Pfiefer Creek and the Otehake River. The river has changed course and it may be easier to walk along the …

Check Ngāi Tūhoe website for alerts before your trip. Alerts will be not typically be posted on this website.  Visitors can also phone Ngāi Tūhoe on +64 6 …

Check Ngāi Tūhoe website for alerts before your trip. Alerts will be not typically be posted on this website.  Visitors can also phone Ngāi Tūhoe on +64 6 …

Check Ngāi Tūhoe website for alerts before your trip. Alerts will be not typically be posted on this website.  Visitors can also phone Ngāi Tūhoe on +64 6 …