Auckland Section Huts
The Auckland Section of NZAC looks after the 20-bunk Ruapehu Hut on the northwest side of Mt Ruapehu, and members also often use the backcounty 6-person Whangaehu Hut, which is maintained by the Central North Island Section.
Ruapehu Hut
Perched high above Whakapapa, the largest ski field in New Zealand, this hut receives heavy use during the winter months as a base for skiing, mountaineering and ice climbing. Get together with your friends and spend a day out on New Zealand's most active volcano. Bookings essential. More info...
Whangaehu Hut
The Whangaehu Valley is a quiet outpost of the Tongariro National Park. Located on the east side of Mount Ruapehu, this cute little hut is visited year-round by groups wanting to get away from it all. More info...
Hut Etiquette
If you would like to use one of these huts, please respect other users and follow the hut rules. In particular, please do not leave any rubbish or perishable food in the hut (or personal belongings, as these will be sold or given to a worthy cause!), and make sure that it is clean and everything is turned off and locked when you leave.
Find out more...
Browse this website to find out what trips are happening, local and national Alpine Club news, information about instruction courses, how to get to the Ruapehu hut, and who to contact on the committee if you'd like to volunteer!