Alerts

Perry Saddle Hut

For Perry Saddle Hut
Alert Temporary unbridged crossing – Lewis River

The Heaphy Track will open as a through route from 19 October 2023.

Due to the re-routing of the track, it will be necessary to ford the Lewis River until mid-December when the Lewis River Bridge will be finished. In normal flow this is an ankle-deep crossing approximately 5 metres wide.  

During this period, DOC staff will be onsite to assess river conditions and provide guidance to track users. If the river becomes unsafe to cross DOC staff will give advice and take the necessary action to keep everyone safe. How to cross rivers safely.

First published on 28 September 2023.
Date 3 Oct 2023 04:58
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2023.
For Perry Saddle Hut
Alert Heaphy Track is still open at either end and all huts are open and bookable

To book walk dates before 19 October 2023

To book walk dates from 19 October 2023

First published on 1 February 2022. Last reviewed on 28 September 2023.
Date 28 Sep 2023 10:08
Source Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai 2023.