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Kaituna Valley - Packhorse Hut Track

2 hours one way

OPENĀ Click to check DOC website for alerts

Climb through bush to Packhorse Hut. Stream crossing on stepping stones but be prepared to get wet feet after rain. Track open during lambing for Packhorse access. Overnight users must book hut on www.doc.govt.nz.

Track features:

Native bush, Historic, Sign posted

For more information:

Obtain a "Banks Peninsula Conservation Walks" brochure before departing for detailed directions on how to find and follow this walk.

Brochure available from:
  • Akaroa isite Visitor Information Centre, AKAROA BLACK CAT, 61 Beach Road, Akaroa
  • Department of Conservation – enquiries, 0800 275 362
  • Little River Information Station, Old Railway Building, Main Highway, 03 325 1320
  • Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre, 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton, 03 328 9093
  • Download brochure
Tramp easyEasy tramping track - well formed track
Dogs prohibitedProhibited