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Ballard Hut

Hawke's Bay

Backcountry Hut
4,583 ftElevation

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Ballard Hut is an unstaffed wilderness hut in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, at about 4,580 ft (1,397 m) above sea level. It is inside Kaweka Forest Park. It is run by Department of Conservation. It has a stove or fireplace. Trails within about a mile include MAKINO HUT TO TO BUSH EDGE and North Whetu Bivvy track. Peaks within about 3 miles include Whetū, North Kaweka and Venison Top. For camping, Mangatainoka Hot Springs and Mangatutu Hot Springs Campsite are within about 6 miles. The location and elevation come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Check local access rules and conditions before you go.

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4,583 ft elevation

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Ballard Hut

Hawke's Bay

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