Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Herricks Hut

This is a basic five-bunk hut in the Hawke's Bay region.

Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

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Hut DOC Ruahine Forest Park

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Bookable

450m

Approx. elevation

-39.58881, 176.33483

Coordinates

BK37
E1886391, N5612564

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Image: Kane Sayer | DOC

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About this hut

Herrick’s Hut was built in 1960 by the New Zealand Forest Service, and is maintained by volunteers. Situated at 460m altitude, the area is relatively sheltered. Herrick’s Hut is largely isolated from other tracks and huts in the Ruahine Forest Park.

There is tank water supply.

Facilities

Toilets - non-flush, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Water supply

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Fees

Free

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