11 October 2026
Cloudy periods, and occasional showers. Thunderstorms and hail possible during the afternoon and evening. Northwesterlies, but easterlies about the coast for a time afternoon and early evening.
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1 / 4Kaweka Forest Park
Venison Tops Hut (Tira Lodge)
The single expanse of alpine tops where Tira Lodge is located provides panoramic views of the Kaweka Forest Park and beyond to the Kaimanawa Forest Park and Tongariro National Park.
Hut category
Standard
Capacity
12 bunks
Booking
Not required
Alerts for Venison Tops Hut (Tira Lodge)
Carry extra water to Venison Tops Hut
The tap has broken off the water tank at Venison Tops Hut (Tira Lodge). Carry extra water to use during your stay. Repairs are likely to be completed in November. First published on 8 October 2026.
Hawkes Bay forecast
Issued 11 Oct 2026, 4:35 pm
12 October 2026
Fine for most. Areas of morning fog and a isolated showers about the ranges in the afternoon and early evening. Light winds and afternoon easterlies.
13 October 2026
Fine. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
Partly cloudy. Northwesterlies.
15 October 2026
Occasional rain clearing to fine in the afternoon. Northerlies, turning westerly in the morning.
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About Venison Tops Hut (Tira Lodge)
The single expanse of alpine tops where Tira Lodge is located provides panoramic views of the Kaweka Forest Park and beyond to the Kaimanawa Forest Park and Tongariro National Park.
Facilities at Venison Tops Hut (Tira Lodge)
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
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