Te Puia DOC Hut

Nov 25th, 2020

Jan 31st, 2023

Amazing hut! It was my first overnight stay using a DOC hut and it exceeded my expectations. I should have done more research as there were some parts that I struggled with but in saying that I'm reasonably unfit. Was well worth the hike to reach such a beautiful destination. Walk a little bit further to the hot pools and you wont be disappointed.
Jun 12th, 2022

Large serviced DOC hut situated in a picturesque little clearing beside the Mohaka River about 2-3 hrs walk in from the road end carpark on the Te Puia Trail. The hut has a large central kitchen area with steel topped benches and a log burner fire and bunks at either end with sleeping space for roughly 26 people. Saw Whio (Blue Duck) and rainbow trout in the river and plenty of other bird life in the native bush. Didn't see any deer but there was plenty of sign around and the undergrowth was well grazed. The track continues upstream to the Mangatainoka hot springs where there is a campsite and some excellent swimming and bathing options. Well worth the beautiful walk in.
Oct 17th, 2021

Mar 23rd, 2021