The Hikurangi track is located on Pakihiroa Station 30km from the turn-off from Highway 35 (Tapuaeroa Rd.). This track runs through private land, and may be closed from time to time. You should therefore enquire as to the situation regarding access.
Te Runanga o Ngati Porou is the custodian of the hut which is located 10.5km up the mountain from the bridge and Pakihiroa Station entrance.
Hut Fees:
$15 per Adult / $10 per child
Bookings essential
Hut Facilities include:
Pot belly stove, long drop toilet,
communal bunks and limited supply of water. Cutlery, Pots & Pans.
Please take a tea towel.
Estimated Track times:
From Pakihiroa Station Carpark to Hikurangi Hut 10km 4-6 hours
From Hut to Summit 2.5km 1-2 hours
Please note that tramping times are estimates only
Recommended Map:
NZMS 260 series:
Sheet Y15 Hikurangi
Please respect the following:
NO fires, camping, drugs, alcohol, mountain bikes or unauthorized vehicles permitted on mountain. To avoid damage and/or removal of any flora or fauna please remain on the marked tracks.
ON DEPARTURE PLEASE REMOVE ALL RUBBISH.
Contact & Booking details:
Hiria Shaw
Te Runanga o Ngati Porou
PO BOX 226
RUATORIA
Ph: 06 8648 660
Fax: 06 8649 008
Email: info@tronp.org.nz
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