| Kelly Knight Hut: Ruahine Ranges
| Map Coordinates: |
NZMS260-U22-713461 |
| Outlook: |
Located on terrace on true left of Pourangaki River at 770 m. Reached after about 2 hrs from Kawhatau flats, over some farmland and a well maintained track in the bush. Tracks from the hut lead north onto the Hikurangi/Hawkes Bay Ranges and south onto the Whanahuia Range, travel up the river continues to Pourangaki Hut. Access to track is over farmland which may be restricted, especially during lambing. Check with DOC, or be prepared to take the high (Purity) route. |
| Number of Bunks: |
2 large sleeping platforms |
| Maintained by: |
DOC |
| Cooking Facilities: |
Wood stove + tank water or river |
| Heating: |
Wood stove |
| History: |
Formerly of NZFS 6 bunker of 1960s origin and refurbished by DOC in early 1990s. |
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