Manawatu-Whanganui
Trails, huts, and campsites in Manawatu-Whanganui
Active alerts10
- CriticalGwavas Forest access closed
Within Gwavas Forest, public vehicle access to Makororo Road and Wakarara Road (for Yeomans Track, Ellis Hut and Poutaki Hut) is closed due to logging operations (Monday-Friday). Walking access to Poutaki Hut is open when no active forestry operations are occurring. The roads are open for foot access during weekends (Saturday-Sunday).
- CriticalPlanned maintenance for John Coull Hut
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 the hut may be restricted or closed at times while work is in progress. Any closure dates will be added to this alert when they are known.
- CriticalKelly Knight Hut Track closed
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 review and until resolved the entire track is closed. This is a long term alert.
- CriticalPiripiri Campsite closed
Piripiri campsite is closed due to damage to the grounds by vehicles. This is a long term alert.
- CriticalMid Pohangina Track to Takapari Road via CE Track closed
Mid Pohangina Track to Takapari Road via CE Track (which runs between Takapari Road and the Mid Pohangina Hut Sidle Track) is closed due to poor condition. This includes slips, windfall, vegetation, and incorrect marking. Use alternative tracks. This is a long term alert.
- CriticalPuniwhakau Track closure
Due to the removal of an unsafe bridge, the track from Puniwhakau Road end to Puteore Hut is closed until further notice.
- CriticalTakapari Road closed to vehicles
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 year round. DOC is working with volunteers to repair the road so that it can be reopened to vehicles. This is a long term alert.
- CriticalSimpsons Domain Campsite closed
Simpsons Domain Campsite is permanently closed. Simpsons bridge has been removed due to damage. This is a long term alert.
- CriticalJohn Coull Hut closed for maintenance
Maintenance work is taking place at John Coull Hut. The hut is currently closed for bookings. The works are expected to be completed by the end of September.
- CriticalSimpsons Domain Campsite and Reserve closed
The campsite and reserve are permanently closed. Simpsons bridge has been removed due to damage. This is a long term alert.