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Downes hut

Manawatū-Whanganui

Backcountry Hut
131 ftElevation

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Downes hut is an unstaffed wilderness hut in Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand, at about 130 ft (40 m) above sea level. It is inside Whanganui National Park. It is run by Department of Conservation. It has a stove or fireplace. Trails within about a mile include Atene Skyline Track and Te Araroa - 04 Manawatū-Whanganui - f Whanganui River. The nearest town is Whanganui, about 15 miles north of the hut. Peaks within about 3 miles include Otawaki, Tuhi and Taupiri. For camping, Freedom Camping and Atene Skyline 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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131 ft elevation

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Downes hut

Manawatū-Whanganui

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