Active alerts

Copland Shelter is closed until further notice. It is unsafe due to unstable foundations and damage to the structure.

There are reduced facilities at White Horse Hill Campsite. Tasman Valley public facilities are closed for winter.   This means there is no flushing toilets or w…

Sunset Bay and Urupukapuka Bay campsites are closed for maintenance.

The Motutapu Home Bay toilet block and southern end of the campsite are roped off/closed due to a heightened risk of shallow landslides or rockfall. The rest of…

Takapari Road is closed to vehicles due to significant damage to the road and vegetation. The road remains open to pedestrians, bikes and light vehicles all yea…

These tracks are closed due to track damage from a severe weather event in February 2026: Bell Track Kaniwhaniwha: Kahikatea tree Mahaukura Track Wharauroa Trac…

Orari Campsite is closed indefinitely.  This is a long term alert. 

Anderson's Hut is closed.  This is a long term alert.  

Francis Burn Viaduct on the South Coast Track is closed for safety reasons. A rough track has been cut and marked to bypass the Francis Burn Viaduct. The Franci…

Surf Life Saving New Zealand will be holding an event at Whites Bay beach on Saturday 14 November 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm.

There is a large slip on the Lower Waiohine Track. The only access past the slip to Totara Flats Hut now requires walking upstream on the riverbank. This should…

There is no running water at the either Ash Pit Road or Brett Road campsites due to a  problem with the water system. Campers should bring their own water.

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…

Studholme Saddle Hut was moved in April 2024 to the site of the former Studholme Saddle Bivouac. The topographic base map still shows the hut’s original locatio…

Due to river works there may be machinery active at the Andrews Stream bridge. The road remains open. Follow the directions of the contractors.

Showers are not currently available at this site. 

There is very limited firewood at Jans Hut.

The hut is water-damaged inside from a storm. It only provides protection from the elements. It is still open but we recommend alternative accommodation if poss…

With snow and ice now on the mountain, access to Pantahi, Syme Hut and Taranaki Maunga summit requires an ice axe, crampons, helmet and alpine experience. Be pr…

We plan to distribute toxic ‘sausage’ bait containing para-aminopropiophenone (PAPP) in the Lake Hauroko area between 14 and 19 May 2026, depending on the weath…