We are off to show Blyth Hut some ‘love’ and give it a tidy up – with some historical and botanical chit-chat on the way up to this special place.
Join us to show some ‘love’ to Blyth Hut as part of the Federated Mountain Clubs ‘Love our Huts’ campaign. Blyth Hut is a very special place – not only located in a beautiful and accessible part of Tongariro National Park, the walk to get there is stunning. It passes through magical mountain beech forest, passes over the historic Blyth Track, over a boardwalk with a stunning wetland, often with reflections of Ruapehu. Past the fabulous Waitonga Falls and then up off the Round the Mountain Track to slightly higher altitude – along with the change in plant species as we hit the alpine zone.
If you’d like to stay the night at Blyth Hut, you will need to arrange your own DOC hut ticket and come prepared with your food and sleeping gear etc. If you plan to stay the night, just let the trip leader know.
DETAILS
Duration: 6 hours
Minimum Age: 10 years (10-18 years with adult supervision).
Max Participants: 20
Meeting Place: Waitonga Falls Carpark.
Cost: $6
Grade: 3 Intermediate - tramping track
Transport: Own transport to and from the meeting place.
Participants are asked to bring
Rubbish bag
Cleaning gear: rubber gloves, paper towels or cloth, eco detergent. Make sure you can carry what you bring out again.
Windproof jacket
Sturdy walking shoes/boots
Lunch, snacks and a drink.
Warm clothing if weather is cool
Sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen if hot
Personal first aid and medication if required.
Over night gear if you wish to stay the night.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, the trip leader reserves the right to refuse anyone who is insufficiently equipped.
Booking fees and canceLLATION
The cost includes a $6 non-refundable booking fee. If your plans change and you need to cancel, please note that the booking fee will not be refunded.
Weather Decision (Go/No Go) Date: We’ll confirm on 7 January 2026 whether the trip can proceed based on weather conditions.
Postponement Date: If the trip cannot go ahead as planned, it will be rescheduled to 9 January 2026.
This experience is made possible thanks to
Supporting Mahi Aroha
We try to keep costs as low as possible so everyone can enjoy the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme. Behind the scenes, our wonderful staff and volunteers contribute countless hours to make each trip a great experience. If you’re able, please consider adding a small donation to your booking to support the ongoing delivery of this programme.
Check, Clean, Dry to stop the spread
Getting outdoors is a fantastic way to explore New Zealand, but it’s important to check, clean, and dry your gear to protect our environment. Check your boots, clothing, gear and equipment for weeds, seeds and pests, and clean thoroughly after each trip to prevent the spread of invasive species.
For more info and tips, visit the MPI website