Dominie Hut

About Dominie Hut
Dominie Hut is a Basic DOC hut in Kaweka Forest Park, Hawke's Bay, on the North Island. It has 2 bunks. Its facilities include mattresses, non-flush toilets and tap water (untreated), 4 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Makahu Saddle Hut, 1 km away.
Dominie Hut is located in the eastern Kaweka Forest Park, 80 minutes walk from the Makahu Saddle Hut and roadend.
Facilities
- Mattresses
- Non-flush toilets
- Tap water (untreated)
- Water supply
Fees
Free. DOC fees change with the season, and some huts must be booked ahead. KiwiCamping shows the current fee, how to book and what each hut offers.
Location
Kaweka Forest Park, Hawke's Bay, North Island
Nearby
Guides for Hawke's Bay
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- Wellington to Napier Drive 2026: Route, Time, Remutaka Hill and Camping
Questions about Dominie Hut
Is Dominie Hut free?
Yes. Dominie Hut is listed as free. Conditions can change, so check the latest details in KiwiCamping before you go.
How many bunks does Dominie Hut have?
Dominie Hut has 2 bunks.
What facilities does Dominie Hut have?
Mattresses, Non-flush toilets, Tap water (untreated) and Water supply.
Read the DOC hut rules before you go.
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