Whangaehu Hut - East Side, Mt Ruapehu
HUT REMAINS CLOSED
Please note that Whangaehu Hut is part way through a major refurbishment, with all cladding and windows being replaced. Unfortunately the winter weather closed in before we could complete this work, hence the hut still remains closed. Check this page before planning your next trip up there!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Over the weekends of 28 - 30 January and 4 - 6 February we will be holding workparties to finish off the construction work at Whangaehu. If you have some practical skills and are available to help we'd love to hear from you ASAP - please contact Richard Knott as per the details below.
This mountaineers hut is located high up beside the Whangaehu valley on the slopes on the active volcano Mt Ruapehu. It is a great location for climbing, ski touring and generally exploring this remote area of the Tongariro National Park.
At 2080m, above the Whangaehu River, east side of Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park.
6 bunks, water tank, some utensils.
Off Desert Rd to Tukino Skifield, then 1.5hrs on poled/cairned route from road end, 15m marker pole close to the hut.Hut is not locked. If you have a 4WD and want access through the locked gate. There is a $20 key deposit.
Fees are payable to the NZAC National Office, PO Box 786, Christchurch 8140.
- Members $5 per night
- Non-members $10 per night
Contact: Richard Knott ph 027 3486657, or richard [dot] knott [at] xtra [dot] co [dot] nz (email).
Auckland Section:
The Auckland Section of NZAC often runs courses and trips in this area. To find out more, please check out their website: www.aucklandclimber.org.nz
