10 October 2026
Cloud about the tops, and the odd shower.
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Tarn Ridge Hut
This hut only provides protection from the elements. It is water-damaged from a storm in 2020. It's open but we recommend alternative accommodation if possible.
Hut category
Standard
Capacity
16 bunks
Booking
Not required
Alerts for Tarn Ridge Hut
Tarn Ridge Hut unsafe
The hut is water-damaged inside due to a storm. It only provides protection from the elements. It is still open but we recommend alternative accommodation if possible. This is a long term alert. First published on 6 November 2019. Last reviewed on 14 September 2026.
Predator control Tararua Forest Park
DOC and OSPRI distributed toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter near this area on 11 and 23 March and 19 May 2026. A caution period is in place for approximately 8 months. Visitors are advised not to take dogs into the area until the caution period has ended. 1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080 . View the distribution map (PDF, 2749K) . View the pesticide summary map First published on 3 March 2026. Last reviewed on 21 May 2026.
Tararua Forest Park forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 9:23 pm
11 October 2026
Showers, clearing in the afternoon, but cloud and drizzle remaining about western slopes.
12 October 2026
Fine, apart from morning drizzle. A few showers at night.
13 October 2026
Showers, some possibly heavy.
14 October 2026
Showers clearing.
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About Tarn Ridge Hut
This hut only provides protection from the elements. It is water-damaged from a storm in 2020. It's open but we recommend alternative accommodation if possible.
Facilities at Tarn Ridge Hut
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
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