11 October 2026
Showers, retreating to the ranges in the afternoon, clearing in the evening but remaining mostly cloudy. Northerlies, dying out in the afternoon.
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1 / 3Mikonui River - Kakapotahi River area
Explorer Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Hokitika area.
Hut category
Basic/bivvies
Capacity
4 bunks
Booking
Not required
Alerts for Explorer Hut
No active alerts returned. Conditions can still change.
Westland forecast
Issued 11 Oct 2026, 4:35 pm
12 October 2026
Areas of morning and evening cloud, otherwise fine. Northwesterlies.
13 October 2026
A few showers turning to rain in the morning. Northerlies developing before dawn.
14 October 2026
Rain, with heavy falls. Light winds.
15 October 2026
Showers, clearing in the evening. Light winds.
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About Explorer Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Hokitika area.
Facilities at Explorer Hut
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
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