9 October 2026
Cloud about the tops.
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1 / 12Kahurangi National Park
Lake Matiri Hut Track
Walk to Lake Matiri Hut on the shores of Lake Matiri.
Distance
6.6 km
Walking time
1 hr 30 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Dogs
Not allowed
Wheelchair access
Not marked friendly
Current status
Alerts and track conditions
No active alerts found. Conditions can still change, so check again before leaving.
Weather outlook
Kahurangi National Park forecast
Issued 9 Oct 2026, 7:33 am
10 October 2026
Cloud increasing with showers developing in the morning, becoming rain at night.
11 October 2026
Rain clearing to fine in the afternoon.
12 October 2026
Partly cloudy with isolated showers.
13 October 2026
Partly cloudy.
Regional guidance only; elevation and terrain can produce different conditions.
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Lake Matiri Hut Track on the map
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About Lake Matiri Hut Track
Park at the Matiri roadend carpark and cross the West Branch (this was bridged in 2020 so allows all weather access). Follow the road alongside the river before entering the forest and climbing the face of a slip brought down by an ancient earthquake. The track levels out and soon reaches Lake Matiri Hut overlooking the tranquil Lake Matiri. The area below the hut has been cleared, offering excellent views north across the lake and up the Matiri Valley. From the hut, you can retrace your steps or extend your journey. Options include continuing north along the lake to climb to the Thousand Acres Plateau (Matiri Range) and Poor Pete’s Hut , or following the valley floor to McConchies Hut .
Getting there for Lake Matiri Hut Track
Use this location on Google Maps to help find your way there.
Helpful resources
We encourage you to continue gaining the skills and knowledge required for a safe trip. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has lots of free resources and information you can use. These can be accessed via www.mountainsafety.org.nz . We recommend trying these online learning tools: Trip Planning Tramping / field Skills Basic Navigation River Safety Additionally, check out the range of helpful videos available from the NZ Mountain Safety Council YouTube channel
Dog access for Lake Matiri Hut Track
No dogs.
Before you walk Lake Matiri Hut Track
Track information, access and weather can change. Confirm current alerts and land-manager information close to departure, tell someone your plans, and carry equipment appropriate for the route and conditions.