Map Coordinates:	NZMS260-U22-788388
Outlook:	Located on a terrace on true left just upstream of forks in Tukituki River at about 600 m. The hut is located in a pleasant clearing amongst the beech forest.  A resting spot before the grunt up to Howletts and the tops and a haven if the river is in flood.
Number of Bunks:	18
Rebuilt in 1986 and Maintained by:	DOC & Takapau Lions Club
Cooking Facilities:	Wood stove + water from river
Heating:	Wood stove
History:	Original hut built in 1920s by Charlie Thompsen, wrecked by tree fall in c1940. NZFS hut constructed in 1960s and then subsequently added to.