Dianes Hut
Ruahine Forest Park • Hawke’s Bay
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- About
- This is a basic six-bunk hut in the Hawke's Bay region ideally situated for a day trip or as part of a multi-day tramp.
- Facilities
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from stream
- Water supply
About this hut
Diane’s Hut was built by the Tressider family in memory of their daughter Diane Tressider, who frequently tramped in the area. The hut is located 20m off Koau Stream at an altitude of 650m. Diane’s Hut is ideally situated for a day trip, or as part of a circuit exploring the northern park.
In April 2023 Dianes Hut was renovated by Backcountry Trust volunteers. Paint was provided free of charge by Dulux.
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Diane's Hut is accessed from No Man's Road, via a private road through Big Hill Station. An access permit, obtained by ballot system, is required.
From the park boundary, travel on No Man's Road for approximately 10km (5km past the Ruahine Hut turnoff). The road continues south-west to reach Lessong's Monument. 800m past the monument, the track to Diane's Hut heads north from the road.
The track from No Man's Road to Diane's Hut takes 1 hr.
Tracks to this hut
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BK37
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1882194, N5617953
Know before you go
The track between Dianes Hut and Ikawatea Forks Hut crosses private land. You must get prior permission to cross this land. Contact Peter Steedman on +64 27 498 8910 or email peter.steedman@slingshot.co.nz
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