Manawatu-Whanganui
Trails, huts, and campsites in Manawatu-Whanganui
Active alerts10
- 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.
- 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.
- CriticalGwavas Forest access closed
Within Gwavas Forest, public access to Makororo Road and Wakarara Road (for Yeomans Track, Ellis Hut and Poutaki Hut) is closed due to logging operations (Monday-Friday). The roads are open for foot access during weekends (Saturday-Sunday). This closure will be in effect until at least July 2026.
- 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.
- CriticalTīeke Marae/Kāinga Campsite closure
Tīeke Marae/Kāinga Campsite is closed for camping from Tuesday 12 May for approximately 6 weeks, due to shelter upgrade works. The Tieke Bunkroom will be open and available for river users during the shelter upgrade.
- CriticalTakapari Road closed
Takapari Road is fully closed to all access until the end of June 2026 while maintenance work is underway.
- CriticalNo access to forest park via Piripiri Road
Manawatu District Council have advised that Piripiri Road is closed due to a road-bridge failing its inspection, and requiring replacement. Piripiri Hut can still be accessed via Mid-Pohangina Hut.
- CriticalOhauora Campsite closed - temporary toilets available
Ohauora Campsite is closed for camping due to shelter upgrade works. Temporary toilet facilities will be available while the campsite is closed. These toilets will be placed on the terrace closest to the river landing. River users are not to enter past the barriers into the contractors work site. Closure signs will be in place.
- CriticalAranga Hut closed
Aranga Hut is closed because of its dilapidated condition. This is a long-term alert.