11 October 2026
Showers, possibly heavy with snow to 2000 metres, clearing in the afternoon, but some cloud remaining about western faces.
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Oturere Hut
This is a 26-bunk hut located on the Tongariro Northern Circuit in the Tūrangi/Taupō area.
Hut category
Great Walk
Capacity
26 bunks
Booking
Required
Alerts for Oturere Hut
Oturere Hut closed till mid December
Oturere Hut is currently closed while a new hut is being built. There is no accommodation between Mangatepopo Hut and Waihohonu Hut. This section of the Tongariro Northern Circuit should only be completed by those fit enough to walk 20 km, in one day, over difficult terrain. The new Oturere Hut and campsite are due to reopen on 18 December 2026. If you have a booking between 22 October and 17 December 2026, you will be contacted directly with options for a refund or rebooking. First published on 22 May 2025. Last reviewed on 4 September 2026.
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Tongariro National Park forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 9:23 pm
12 October 2026
Rain easing to isolated showers in the morning.
13 October 2026
Showers, some possibly heavy.
14 October 2026
Mostly cloudy with a few showers developing.
15 October 2026
Rain turning to showers, some heavy. Snow lowering to 2100 metres.
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About Oturere Hut
This is a 26-bunk hut located on the Tongariro Northern Circuit in the Tūrangi/Taupō area.
Facilities at Oturere Hut
- Cooking
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Walking tracks near Oturere 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.