Roaring Stag Hut

The place

Standard 12-bunk DOC backcountry hut in Tararua Forest Park (Wairarapa). Access: ~4 h from the Putara Road end; 2 h link to Cattle Ridge Hut. Rates: NZ$15/night adult, NZ$7.50 youth (5-17), free under 4, via hut tickets in the honesty box or a 12-month Backcountry Hut Pass. Map NZTopo50 BN34 (E1813202, N5488093).