11 October 2026
Showers, clearing this afternoon, but cloud and drizzle remaining about western slopes.
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Waitewaewae Hut
This is a standard 16-bunk hut in the Kapiti region.
Hut category
Standard
Capacity
16 bunks
Booking
Not required
Alerts for Waitewaewae Hut
Predator control for part of Tararua Forest Park
We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 by helicopter on 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 . This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species. First published on 2 May 2026. Last reviewed on 3 June 2026.
Tararua Forest Park forecast
Issued 11 Oct 2026, 7:33 am
12 October 2026
Morning drizzle in the west, otherwise fine. Clouding over everywhere in the evening.
13 October 2026
Showers, some heavy in the afternoon and evening.
14 October 2026
Occasional rain.
15 October 2026
Heavy rain easing to showers. Snow lowering to 1300 metres.
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About Waitewaewae Hut
This is a standard 16-bunk hut in the Kapiti region.
Facilities at Waitewaewae Hut
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
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