Last Updated: 7th Feb 2026
Spur Hut Return
Last Updated: 7th Feb 2026
Open
Grunt Factor: 16 ?
Gnarl Factor: 7 ?
15.7km
365m
365m
847m
Last Updated: 7th Feb 2026
Last Updated: 7th Feb 2026
Open
Grunt Factor: 16 ?
Gnarl Factor: 7 ?
15.7km
365m
365m
847m
Front country - easily accessible
Out and Back
Undulating, small hills only
Dog Friendly
Riverside
Open farmlands
Open tussock/grasslands
Gravel Road
Farm Road / 4WD Track
Easy Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +6.10%
Average Downhill Gradient: -6.10%
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2:30
Slow
2:00
Moderate
1:30
Fast
From the DOC Car Park head along the road for approximately 700m, as you approach the Opuha River you will see a trail to the right (on the true left bank). Follow this and its orange markers to the Spur Hut.
The track to the hut is generally a gentle uphill with a couple of small hills. Depending on the amount of rain there may be a couple of small streams to cross. Once you reach the top of the saddle you make your way down to Spur Hut. Whether you get wet feet or not depends on how much you want to keep your feet dry and flow levels. Re-trace your steps to get back to your car.
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Parking is limited but this is not a well used track so shouldn't be an issue.
29 km
31 minutes
Yes
No
Easy.
Follow the orange markers. At the top of the saddle, make your way through the gate to your right, following the 4wd track and orange markers down the hill.
Non-existent.
Thermal leggings, Lightweight fleece top, Short-sleeved thermal top, Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Windproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Cellphone, Map, Headtorch and spare batteries
There are a number of streams that cross the track. Their flow and suitability of water will vary. Water will be available near the Spur Hut.
This is in the High Country so be aware of the weather as it can change quickly.
Potential for the track to be muddy and boggy after heavy rain and in winter/spring.
Fairlie Bake House
Fairlie
If you haven't heard of them you should have, best pies in NZ.
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JD
Nice morning walk, we were soaked from the waist down relatively quickly from the long wet grass, it did make it an easy decision to walk straight through the mud and water we came across on the way.
We kept the dogs on the lead as there were plenty of hares, a wallaby and we also seen deer in the distance. After a quick snack at the hut for us and for some lucky sandflies we headed back for a swim in Lake Opuha and a pie from Fairlie
February 9
If you are looking for a bit of mud, a few little climbs and some great views then this trail is for you.
February 13, 2021
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