Alerts

Kahurangi National Park

For Siberia Flat campsite
Alert Wasp control in Motueka and Golden Bay

A wasp control operation using poison will be carried out in Motueka and Golden Bay from 18 February to 30 April 2024.

The poison used will be in bait stations on trees beside the tracks. Warning signage will be put in at all public access points. 

First published on 19 February 2024. Last reviewed on 28 March 2024.
Date 29 Mar 2024 01:32
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Waingaro Forks Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For John Reid Hut
Alert Chummies Track reroute

The bottom section of Chummies Track has been rerouted. The original section of track is now closed with no access permitted.

The new track is signposted at Prices Clearing, Wangapeka River. See map (JGP, 116K)

First published on 26 February 2024.
Date 26 Feb 2024 14:43
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For John Reid Hut
Alert Crossing Dart Ford on Wangapeka River Road

The Dart Ford is open but extreme caution is required when crossing due to the temporary nature of the roadworks. A 4WD vehicle is essential. 

Visitors must stop and assess the condition of the ford before attempting to cross. For more information on the road condition see Tasman District Council website.

This affects access to the Wangapeka Track, Courthouse Flat, Siberia Campsite and the northern access to Mt Owen via Granity Pass Hut.

From the Dart Ford to Prices Clearing (where there is an information kiosk and intentions book) is 7 km. Prices Clearing to Rolling River carpark (Wangapeka Track eastern entrance) is a further 1 km. 

There is limited to no mobile phone coverage along the Wangapeka River Road.

First published on 16 November 2023. Last reviewed on 14 March 2024.
Date 14 Mar 2024 19:22
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Cecil Kings Hut
Alert Chummies Track reroute

The bottom section of Chummies Track has been rerouted. The original section of track is now closed with no access permitted.

The new track is signposted at Prices Clearing, Wangapeka River. See map (JGP, 116K)

First published on 26 February 2024.
Date 27 Feb 2024 02:43
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Upper Gridiron Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Kahurangi Keepers Hut
Alert Predator control for Gouland area

We plan to distribute non-toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter from 18 March 2024, depending on the weather.

The Gouland area will remain open. You are advised not to walk on the tracks the days of the operation. See the Pesticide Summary Map for the operation area.

DOC will distribute toxic bait containing 1080 within a month of applying the non-toxic bait.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 16 February 2024. Last reviewed on 13 March 2024.
Date 13 Mar 2024 19:21
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Ministry of Works Historic Hut
Alert Predator control for Gouland area

We plan to distribute non-toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter from 18 March 2024, depending on the weather.

The Gouland area will remain open. You are advised not to walk on the tracks the days of the operation. See the Pesticide Summary Map for the operation area.

DOC will distribute toxic bait containing 1080 within a month of applying the non-toxic bait.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 16 February 2024. Last reviewed on 13 March 2024.
Date 13 Mar 2024 19:21
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Sylvester Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Asbestos Cottage
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Splugeons Rock Shelter
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Trevor Carter Hut
Alert Chummies Track reroute

The bottom section of Chummies Track has been rerouted. The original section of track is now closed with no access permitted.

The new track is signposted at Prices Clearing, Wangapeka River. See map (JGP, 116K)

First published on 26 February 2024.
Date 27 Feb 2024 02:43
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Trevor Carter Hut
Alert Predator control for Kakapo area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 21 February 2024.

The Kakapo Block is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It’s not safe to hunt for food in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed when the area is safe again.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 13 February 2024. Last reviewed on 23 February 2024.
Date 23 Feb 2024 20:41
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Trevor Carter Hut
Alert Crossing Dart Ford on Wangapeka River Road

The Dart Ford is open but extreme caution is required when crossing due to the temporary nature of the roadworks. A 4WD vehicle is essential. 

Visitors must stop and assess the condition of the ford before attempting to cross. For more information on the road condition see Tasman District Council website.

This affects access to the Wangapeka Track, Courthouse Flat, Siberia Campsite and the northern access to Mt Owen via Granity Pass Hut.

From the Dart Ford to Prices Clearing (where there is an information kiosk and intentions book) is 7 km. Prices Clearing to Rolling River carpark (Wangapeka Track eastern entrance) is a further 1 km. 

There is limited to no mobile phone coverage along the Wangapeka River Road.

First published on 16 November 2023. Last reviewed on 14 March 2024.
Date 14 Mar 2024 19:22
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Venus Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Adelaide tarn hut
Alert Predator control for Parapara area

We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 by helicopter on 11 February 2024.

See the Pesticide Summary Map for more information.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 19 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 February 2024.
Date 11 Feb 2024 20:31
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Boulder Lake Hut
Alert Predator control for Parapara area

We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 by helicopter on 11 February 2024.

See the Pesticide Summary Map for more information.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 19 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 February 2024.
Date 11 Feb 2024 20:31
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Karamea Bend Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Crow Hut (Kahurangi)
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Flora Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Anatoki Forks Hut
Alert Predator control for Parapara area

We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 by helicopter on 11 February 2024.

See the Pesticide Summary Map for more information.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 19 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 February 2024.
Date 11 Feb 2024 20:31
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Lonely Lake Hut
Alert Predator control for Parapara area

We distributed toxic bait pellets containing 1080 by helicopter on 11 February 2024.

See the Pesticide Summary Map for more information.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 19 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 February 2024.
Date 11 Feb 2024 20:31
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Kiwi Saddle Hut (Wangapeka)
Alert Chummies Track reroute

The bottom section of Chummies Track has been rerouted. The original section of track is now closed with no access permitted.

The new track is signposted at Prices Clearing, Wangapeka River. See map (JGP, 116K)

First published on 26 February 2024.
Date 26 Feb 2024 14:43
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Kiwi Saddle Hut (Wangapeka)
Alert Crossing Dart Ford on Wangapeka River Road

The Dart Ford is open but extreme caution is required when crossing due to the temporary nature of the roadworks. A 4WD vehicle is essential. 

Visitors must stop and assess the condition of the ford before attempting to cross. For more information on the road condition see Tasman District Council website.

This affects access to the Wangapeka Track, Courthouse Flat, Siberia Campsite and the northern access to Mt Owen via Granity Pass Hut.

From the Dart Ford to Prices Clearing (where there is an information kiosk and intentions book) is 7 km. Prices Clearing to Rolling River carpark (Wangapeka Track eastern entrance) is a further 1 km. 

There is limited to no mobile phone coverage along the Wangapeka River Road.

First published on 16 November 2023. Last reviewed on 14 March 2024.
Date 14 Mar 2024 19:22
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Granity Pass Hut
Alert Crossing Dart Ford on Wangapeka River Road

The Dart Ford is open but extreme caution is required when crossing due to the temporary nature of the roadworks. A 4WD vehicle is essential. 

Visitors must stop and assess the condition of the ford before attempting to cross. For more information on the road condition see Tasman District Council website.

This affects access to the Wangapeka Track, Courthouse Flat, Siberia Campsite and the northern access to Mt Owen via Granity Pass Hut.

From the Dart Ford to Prices Clearing (where there is an information kiosk and intentions book) is 7 km. Prices Clearing to Rolling River carpark (Wangapeka Track eastern entrance) is a further 1 km. 

There is limited to no mobile phone coverage along the Wangapeka River Road.

First published on 16 November 2023. Last reviewed on 14 March 2024.
Date 14 Mar 2024 19:22
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Trilobite Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Salisbury Lodge
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Myttons Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Mt. Arthur Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Fenella Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Cobb Hutt
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Chaffey Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Balloon Hut
Alert Predator control for Cobb area

A predator control operation using toxic bait containing 1080 was completed on 9 March 2024.

The Cobb area is open with warning signs in place at key entrances.

There may be toxic carcasses and bait (green coloured pellets) in the area.

It is not safe to hunt for food or have your dog in this area for up to 8 months. Warning signs and this web alert will be removed once the area is safe again.

1080 is deadly to dogs. How to keep dogs safe around 1080.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 9 January 2024. Last reviewed on 11 March 2024.
Date 11 Mar 2024 13:19
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Stone Hut (Kahurangi)
Alert Chummies Track reroute

The bottom section of Chummies Track has been rerouted. The original section of track is now closed with no access permitted.

The new track is signposted at Prices Clearing, Wangapeka River. See map (JGP, 116K)

First published on 26 February 2024.
Date 27 Feb 2024 02:43
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Kings Creek Hut
Alert Chummies Track reroute

The bottom section of Chummies Track has been rerouted. The original section of track is now closed with no access permitted.

The new track is signposted at Prices Clearing, Wangapeka River. See map (JGP, 116K)

First published on 26 February 2024.
Date 27 Feb 2024 02:43
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Gouland Downs Hut
Alert Predator control for Gouland area

We plan to distribute non-toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter from 18 March 2024, depending on the weather.

The Gouland area will remain open. You are advised not to walk on the tracks the days of the operation. See the Pesticide Summary Map for the operation area.

DOC will distribute toxic bait containing 1080 within a month of applying the non-toxic bait.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 16 February 2024. Last reviewed on 13 March 2024.
Date 13 Mar 2024 19:21
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For James Mackay Hut
Alert Predator control for Gouland area

We plan to distribute non-toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter from 18 March 2024, depending on the weather.

The Gouland area will remain open. You are advised not to walk on the tracks the days of the operation. See the Pesticide Summary Map for the operation area.

DOC will distribute toxic bait containing 1080 within a month of applying the non-toxic bait.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 16 February 2024. Last reviewed on 13 March 2024.
Date 13 Mar 2024 19:21
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Perry Saddle Hut
Alert Predator control for Gouland area

We plan to distribute non-toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter from 18 March 2024, depending on the weather.

The Gouland area will remain open. You are advised not to walk on the tracks the days of the operation. See the Pesticide Summary Map for the operation area.

DOC will distribute toxic bait containing 1080 within a month of applying the non-toxic bait.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 16 February 2024. Last reviewed on 13 March 2024.
Date 13 Mar 2024 19:21
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Brown Hut (Kahurangi)
Alert Predator control for Gouland area

We plan to distribute non-toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter from 18 March 2024, depending on the weather.

The Gouland area will remain open. You are advised not to walk on the tracks the days of the operation. See the Pesticide Summary Map for the operation area.

DOC will distribute toxic bait containing 1080 within a month of applying the non-toxic bait.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 16 February 2024. Last reviewed on 13 March 2024.
Date 13 Mar 2024 19:21
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Saxon Hut
Alert Predator control for Gouland area

We plan to distribute non-toxic cereal bait pellets by helicopter from 18 March 2024, depending on the weather.

The Gouland area will remain open. You are advised not to walk on the tracks the days of the operation. See the Pesticide Summary Map for the operation area.

DOC will distribute toxic bait containing 1080 within a month of applying the non-toxic bait.

This operation is part of DOC's National Predator Control Programme to protect native species.

First published on 16 February 2024. Last reviewed on 13 March 2024.
Date 13 Mar 2024 19:21
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Helicopter Flat Hut
Alert Crossing Dart Ford on Wangapeka River Road

The Dart Ford is open but extreme caution is required when crossing due to the temporary nature of the roadworks. A 4WD vehicle is essential. 

Visitors must stop and assess the condition of the ford before attempting to cross. For more information on the road condition see Tasman District Council website.

This affects access to the Wangapeka Track, Courthouse Flat, Siberia Campsite and the northern access to Mt Owen via Granity Pass Hut.

From the Dart Ford to Prices Clearing (where there is an information kiosk and intentions book) is 7 km. Prices Clearing to Rolling River carpark (Wangapeka Track eastern entrance) is a further 1 km. 

There is limited to no mobile phone coverage along the Wangapeka River Road.

First published on 16 November 2023. Last reviewed on 14 March 2024.
Date 14 Mar 2024 19:22
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Kings Creek Hut
Alert Crossing Dart Ford on Wangapeka River Road

The Dart Ford is open but extreme caution is required when crossing due to the temporary nature of the roadworks. A 4WD vehicle is essential. 

Visitors must stop and assess the condition of the ford before attempting to cross. For more information on the road condition see Tasman District Council website.

This affects access to the Wangapeka Track, Courthouse Flat, Siberia Campsite and the northern access to Mt Owen via Granity Pass Hut.

From the Dart Ford to Prices Clearing (where there is an information kiosk and intentions book) is 7 km. Prices Clearing to Rolling River carpark (Wangapeka Track eastern entrance) is a further 1 km. 

There is limited to no mobile phone coverage along the Wangapeka River Road.

First published on 16 November 2023. Last reviewed on 14 March 2024.
Date 14 Mar 2024 19:22
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.
For Stone Hut (Kahurangi)
Alert Crossing Dart Ford on Wangapeka River Road

The Dart Ford is open but extreme caution is required when crossing due to the temporary nature of the roadworks. A 4WD vehicle is essential. 

Visitors must stop and assess the condition of the ford before attempting to cross. For more information on the road condition see Tasman District Council website.

This affects access to the Wangapeka Track, Courthouse Flat, Siberia Campsite and the northern access to Mt Owen via Granity Pass Hut.

From the Dart Ford to Prices Clearing (where there is an information kiosk and intentions book) is 7 km. Prices Clearing to Rolling River carpark (Wangapeka Track eastern entrance) is a further 1 km. 

There is limited to no mobile phone coverage along the Wangapeka River Road.

First published on 16 November 2023. Last reviewed on 14 March 2024.
Date 14 Mar 2024 19:22
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2024.