11 October 2026
Showers, possibly heavy, clearing to fine spells in the afternoon. Clouding over in the evening with drizzle on the ranges. Light winds, then afternoon westerlies.
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Traverse (A-Frame) Hut
Nestled amongst leatherwood on the Ruahine Range, this hut enjoys stunning views to the west and east.
Hut category
Basic/bivvies
Capacity
2 bunks
Booking
Not required
Alerts for Traverse (A-Frame) Hut
Takapari Road closed to vehicles
Takapari Road is closed to vehicles due to significant damage to the road and vegetation. The road remains open to pedestrians, bikes and light vehicles all year round. DOC is working with volunteers to repair the road so that it can be reopened to vehicles. This is a long term alert. First published on 28 June 2023. Last reviewed on 29 June 2026.
Manawatu forecast
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 11:01 pm
12 October 2026
Mostly cloudy with isolated showers, clearing to fine in the morning. Westerlies developing for a time in the afternoon.
13 October 2026
Occasional rain, clearing for a time in the morning and afternoon. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers. Northwesterlies.
15 October 2026
Showers developing, some heavy. Northwesterlies.
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About Traverse (A-Frame) Hut
Nestled amongst leatherwood on the Ruahine Range, this hut enjoys stunning views to the west and east.
Facilities at Traverse (A-Frame) Hut
- Toilets - non-flush
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
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