Iron Gate Hut

About this hut

Rebuilt in 2019, in partnership with the New Zealand Defence Force, Iron Gate Hut (altitude: 750 m) offers comfortable accommodation overlooking the Oroua River. This is a great destination for the weekend or as part of longer multi-day tramps.

Blue duck/whio are present in this area and a trapping programme has been set up to protect this endangered species. Visit to find out more or get involved. 

Facilities

• Heating source – woodburner
• Platform bunks
• Big deck
• Picnic tables
• Meat safe

History

The original Iron Gate Hut was a modified NZFS70 style hut, built for wild animal control operations in the Ruahine Forest Park.

Facilities

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

Fees and bookings

Fees

• Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
• Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
• Child/Infant (0–4 years): free

Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.

Trails

Iron Gate Hut can be accessed on the trails Ngamoko Range Traverse and Iron Gate Hut to Tunupo High Point Loop from our trail directory.