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Maintenance work is planned to start 1 August and is expected to last until 31 October 2026, depending on the weather. Visitors should be aware that access to t…

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…

Aranga Hut is closed because of its dilapidated condition. This is a long-term alert.

Urupukapuka Bay Campsite has four camping zones. Cattleyard zone is closed due to a slip Oyster Catcher, NZ Dotterel and Kukupa zones are still bookable. View U…

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

In 2024 feral dogs were seen near the Te Paki Coastal Track around Twilight Beach and Scott’s Point including 90 Mile Beach. As an ongoing precaution our advice…

Moerangi Loop Track contains some significant washouts due to water damage in certain areas. If you are cycling, expect to walk certain sections. As a temporary…

Goat control using hunting dogs is taking place in Lewis Forest Park, between Caves Stream and Alfred River, from 20 July to 30 October 2026. What to expect: Hu…

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…

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 6 837 3…

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 will be a helicopter spot-spraying herbicide onto wilding conifers on the hills surrounding the Motueka Gorge and Hunter's Hut over several fine weather d…

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…

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…

There is an active slip on this track. The slip impacts access to Atiwhakatu Hut, and Jumbo Hut if accessing Jumbo Hut via Atiwhakatu Track. Avoid this area dur…

There are multiple windfalls and slips on the Baton Valley track to Flanagans Hut and the Ellis Basin Route to Ellis Hut. Allow 2-3 hours longer than signposted…

Diphacinone, commonly known as D-Block, is being used to control rodents around the Dickey Flat Campground. The rat bait is stored in lockable bait stations for…

Asbestos Track from Cobb Dam Road to Asbestos Cottage is being removed from the DOC track network. To access Asbestos Cottage, use Asbestos Cottage Track. This …