Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Kiritaki Hut

This is a standard six-bunk hut in the Hawke's Bay region.

Manawatu - Wanganui, New Zealand

Hut DOC Ruahine Forest Park

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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780m

-40.18876, 175.91900

BM35
E1848496, N5547205

Kiritaki Hut

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About this hut

Kiritaki Hut was renovated by Backcountry Trust volunteers in February 2025.

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.

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