History of Manson Hut
About History of Manson Hut
History of Manson Hut is a Basic DOC hut in Kaweka Forest Park, Hawke's Bay, on the North Island. It has 8 bunks. Its facilities include heating, non-flush toilets and water from a stream, 4 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Kiwi Mouth Hut, 3 km away.
This historic hut was originally built in the late 1940s to serve as a musterer's hut.
Facilities
- Heating
- Non-flush toilets
- Water from a stream
- 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
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Questions about History of Manson Hut
Is History of Manson Hut free?
Yes. History of Manson Hut is listed as free. Conditions can change, so check the latest details in KiwiCamping before you go.
How many bunks does History of Manson Hut have?
History of Manson Hut has 8 bunks.
What facilities does History of Manson Hut have?
Heating, Non-flush toilets, Water from a stream and Water supply.
Read the DOC hut rules before you go.
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