Active alerts

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

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…

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

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…

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

Due to repeated dangerous and disrespectful behaviour by members of the public, the following access points to the Eyre Mountains are closed: through Eyre Creek…

Myttons Hut is closed from 14 July to 21 August 2026, due to major renovation work by the Back Country Trust.

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…

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 is very limited firewood at Jans Hut.

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.