Wānaka Faces Hut
Basic/bivvies hutWānaka area, OtagoOpen
- Sleeps
- 2 bunks
- Booking
- Not bookable
- Heating
- Yes
- Water
- Yes
- Toilet
- Non-flush
Getting there
We have not checked a road end or car park for this place yet, so we do not give driving directions to it. Check how to get there before you go. Some routes cross private land and need the landowner's permission.
How to get there, on doc.govt.nzThis is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Topo map: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. 44.53357° S, 169.14465° E
About this place
This is a basic hut in the Wānaka area.
Know before you go
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross. Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out. How to cross rivers safely NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Nearby stops
The Camp
Otago • 11.4 km
The Camp is a campsite located in the Otago region. The provided records do not list specific facilities or additional details for this location.
Lake Hawea Camping
Otago • 12.1 km
Lake Hawea Camping is a campsite located in the Otago region. It provides a base for visitors exploring the Lake Hawea area.
Kidds Bush Reserve Campsite
Standard • Otago • 13.9 km
Kidds Bush Reserve Campsite is a grassy campsite alongside Lake Hāwea in Otago, shaded by mountain beech trees. The location offers opportunities for walking…
Boat launching • Non-powered/tent sites • Shelter for cooking
Outlet Camp Wānaka
Otago • 14.7 km
Outlet Camp Wānaka is a campsite located in the Otago region. The provided records do not list specific facilities or details for this location.
Sawyer Burn Hut
Basic/bivvies • 2 bunks • Otago • 15.8 km
Sawyer Burn Hut is a public hut located in the Otago region. It is owned by Hunter Valley Station but remains open to the public.
Walks nearby
Glen Dene Ridge Track
Advanced • 10 to 14 hr return from Isthmus Creek Track car park • 30 km • 3.98 km away
Craig Burn Track
Easy • 1 hr return • 7.61 km away
Minaret Burn Track
Advanced • Over 4 hours • 45 km • 8.33 km away
Kidds Bush Nature Walk
Easiest • 30 min • 1 km • 14.06 km away
Corner Peak Route
Expert • 8 – 10 hr return • 14.97 km away
Contact
Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park
Regional DOC service centre.
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Sources
- OpenStreetMap Huts · ODbL (Open Database License)Contains information from OpenStreetMap, made available under the ODbL.
- DOC Huts · CC BY 4.0Data sourced from the Department of Conservation (DOC), New Zealand.
- DOC Huts (API) · CC BY 4.0Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai. Data sourced from the DOC Developer Portal (api.doc.govt.nz).