11 October 2026
Showers, becoming few and far between in the afternoon, then clearing to fine in the evening.
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1 / 18Nelson Lakes National Park
Lakehead Hut
Lakehead Hut makes a good overnight tramp for families with children or new trampers. It can also be reached by water taxi.
Hut category
Serviced
Capacity
26 bunks
Booking
Required
From road end
Not Applicable
Alerts for Lakehead Hut
No firewood at Angelus Hut
There is no firewood at Angelus Hut. Visitors should be prepared to stay without heating. First published on 15 September 2026.
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Nelson Lakes National Park forecast
Issued 11 Oct 2026, 7:33 am
12 October 2026
Fine, but becoming overcast in the evening.
13 October 2026
Showers developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
Showers turning to heavy rain. Snow lowering to 1700 metres.
15 October 2026
Showers.
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About Lakehead Hut
Lakehead Hut makes a good overnight tramp for families with children or new trampers. It can also be reached by water taxi.
Essential preparation for Lakehead Hut
Lakehead Hut sits at the head of Lake Rotoiti in the Travers River valley, at an altitude of 630 m. Facilities Bunks – platform shared bunks with 28 mattresses Water supply – cold water from a rain collection tank. 2 indoor sinks. Heating – wood burner. There is no firewood supplied from May to September. Gather dead wood from surrounding forests. Do not fell or break branches off live trees. Space for camping outside the hut. Bookings are required.
Facilities at Lakehead Hut
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Walking tracks near Lakehead Hut
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Availability, fees, facilities, water and access can change. Confirm the latest hut information and alerts, carry suitable equipment, and be prepared for the hut to be full.