North Mangahao Bivvy
Tararua Forest Park • Wellington/Kapiti
Alerts
Check the DOC website for current alerts and conditions before you go. This site gets current alert info from DOC, but is not an official source of information.
- About
- This is a basic two-bunk hut in the Kapiti area.
- Facilities
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from stream
- Water supply
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
North Mangahao Bivvy is in the remote area of the Tararua Forest Park.
There are no tracks to the bivvy. To get there you need good navigation skills as it involves going through a lot of bush without clear landmarks.
You can get there from Scotts Road. Walk through the forestry then navigate your way to the bivvy.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BN34
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1820790, N5508771
Know before you go
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Weather
Forecast at the hut