Maketawa Hut

The place

DOC hut at Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki (North Egmont area, Taranaki), at around 1,000 m. Shared platform bunks with mattresses. Good overnight trip for experienced trampers, with views of Mount Taranaki. Cold rainwater, wood burner, basic toilet. Bring a sleeping bag, cooking gear and food. Access: from North Egmont in 1 h 40 (3.1 km) via Maketawa Track or 1 h 15 (3.4 km) via Translator Road; from East Egmont in 3 h 35 (5.9 km) via Curtis Falls Track. Rates until 30 June 2026: NZ$25 adult, NZ$12.50 youth, children free.