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The gorge section of the Wairere Falls Track is closed due to safety concerns. A large, unstable boulder is threatening a key structure on the track and there i…
Trail·Wairere Falls TrackOngoing
The Wharawhara Tramway Track remains closed to protect kauri trees from the spread of kauri dieback disease. We are currently in the planning and construction p…
Trail·Te Rereatukahia Hut TrackOngoing
The Tuahu Track (East) – Hot springs road is closed. There is no access from this track to Te Rereatukahia Hut. Significant slips and sections of the trac…
Trail·Te Rereatukahia Hut TrackOngoing
Work has begun but the following tracks remain closed: Wharawhara Tramway Track Wharawhara Link Track Te Rereatukahia Hut Track Note: Waitawheta Tramway Track t…
Trail·Te Rereatukahia Hut TrackOngoing
From 10 May to late June 2026 an ungulate control operation is occurring on public conservation and private land from Lochmara Bay to the south side of Endeavou…
Trail·Queen Charlotte TrackOngoing
The second to last 3-wire before Supper Cove has been washed away and is unusable. Crossing the unbridged river can be dangerous. This creek is tidal and may be…
Trail·Dusky TrackOngoing
These tracks are closed due to safety concerns from severe weather: Lindermann Loop Track – closed Waitengaue Track – closed The Tuahu Track (East) …
Trail·Waitengaue TrackOngoing
We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 on 11-13 December 2025. Arthur’s Pass National Park and Lake Sumner Forest Park remain open. See Pe…
Trail·Minchin Pass RouteOngoing
We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 on 11-13 December 2025. Arthur’s Pass National Park and Lake Sumner Forest Park remain open. See Pe…
Trail·Hawdon Hut TrackOngoing
A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on the 7 November 2025. The Matiri area is still open with warning signs in place at…
Trail·Upper Matiri Valley and 1000 Acre Plateau tramping tracksOngoing
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter in this area on 11 and 23 March 2026. Taraua Forest Park will remain open. A caution peri…
Trail·Tararua Southern CrossingOngoing
A large number of fallen trees are blocking the track between Gabriel Hut and Evangeline Stream and may make it unpassable. First published on 24 November 2025.…
Trail·Hope Kiwi TrackOngoing
Car parking fees apply at Franz Josef Glacier. How to pay fees or buy an annual permit. First published on 3 December 2025. Last reviewed on 10 March 2026.
Trail·Franz Josef Glacier/Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere WalkOngoing
Car parking fees apply at Franz Josef Glacier. How to pay fees or buy an annual permit. First published on 3 December 2025. Last reviewed on 10 March 2026.
Trail·Alex Knob TrackOngoing
Mangapurua Track has minor damage from recent heavy rainfall. There are small slips and rockfall in some sections. Dismount your bike and walk through these sec…
Trail·Mangapurua/Kaiwhakauka TrackOngoing
There will be temporary closures between 4 May and 15 May (weekends excluded) on the following tracks: Whakanui McKerrow 5 Mile Middle Ridge Clay Ridge Cattle R…
Trail·Cattle Ridge TrackOngoing
Following Cyclone Vaianu tracks may be rough and uneven in places due to storm damage. Take extra care. Expect a muddy/rough hike and be aware there may be some…
Trail·Billygoat CircuitOngoing
There are multiple windfalls and some track damage on Queen Charlotte Track from recent storms. Allow extra time to complete the track and be prepared to find y…
Trail·Queen Charlotte TrackOngoing
Due to a significant washout on Tophouse Road, a temporary detour is in place between the St James Homestead and the Edwards Valley Track. Ensure you follow the…
Trail·Homestead RunOngoing
A large number of fallen trees are blocking the track between Gabriel Hut and Evangeline Stream and may make it unpassable. First published on 24 November 2025.…
Trail·Jollie Brook CircuitOngoing