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Chimney Creek Hut

Campground

Contact

Johnstones Creek Track, Oteake Conservation Park, South Island.

(03) 440 2040

alexandra@doc.govt.nz

doc.govt.nz/search-results/?query=Oteake+Conservation+Park

Description

This is a basic 4-bunk hut located in Oteake Conservation Park. Bookings not required - first come, first served. The hut is accessible by Johnstones Creek Track via walking or 4WD. Recommended for experienced 4WD drivers. It is steep with several river crossings. From Home Hills Runs Rd (720 m) the narrow, rough track climbs steeply onto the Hawkdun Range (1,620 m). The track then follows the crest of the range before reaching Wire Yards Hut. Ida Railway Hut is a further 3.5 km, and another 6 km is the turn-off to Chimney Creek Hut. Mobile phone coverage is not reliable in the park. NO FIRES anywhere in Oteake Conservation Park. No dogs.