Waiopehu Hut
About Waiopehu Hut
Waiopehu Hut is a DOC hut in Tararua Forest Park, Wellington/Kāpiti, on the North Island. It has 18 bunks. Its facilities include mattresses, non-flush toilets and tap water (untreated), 4 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Arete Forks Hut, 9 km away.
This is a standard 18-bunk backcountry hut in the Horowhenua region.
Facilities
- Mattresses
- Non-flush toilets
- Tap water (untreated)
- Water supply
Fees
Fees apply. 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
Tararua Forest Park, Wellington/Kāpiti, North Island
Nearby
Guides for Wellington/Kāpiti
- Wellington Hikes With a Camping Base: Hills, Remutaka, Kāpiti and the Tararua Foothills
- DOC Huts in New Zealand by Region: Types, Fees, Tickets
- Easy DOC Huts for Families and First-Timers 2026-27: Walk Times and Fees
- Wellington and Wairarapa: a 4-day camping loop
- Freedom Camping in Wellington 2026: Where You Can Stay
- Auckland to Wellington Drive 2026: Route, Time, Stops and Camping
Questions about Waiopehu Hut
How much does it cost to stay at Waiopehu Hut?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
How many bunks does Waiopehu Hut have?
Waiopehu Hut has 18 bunks.
What facilities does Waiopehu Hut have?
Mattresses, Non-flush toilets, Tap water (untreated) and Water supply.
Read the DOC hut rules before you go.
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