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Te Ara Pātaka Rod Donald Hut access track

25 mins one way from Te Ara Pataka

Open

Allow 50 mins to hut from Port Levy saddle, 6 hours from Hilltop. During lambing closure, 1 Sep - 25 Oct, access from Port Levy Saddle only. Day walkers welcome. Overnight users must pre-book online through www.doc.govt.nz. Take the time to enjoy the Te Ara Māhuri Nature Trail while visiting the Hut. The trail starts just outside the back door. Click HERE to download the field guide or collect one from the Hut.

Track features:

Native bush, Summit, Sign posted

For more information:

Obtain a "Te Ara Pātaka (Summit Walkway)" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.

Brochure available from:
  • Department of Conservation – enquiries, 0800 275 362
  • Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
  • Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
  • Download brochure
Tramp easyEasy tramping track - well formed track
Dogs prohibitedProhibited