- Starting from Levin head east along Tararua Road.
- At the end of Tararua Road, turn right on to Gladstone Road.
- Turn right on to Poads Road after 3 km.
- The trail starts at end of Poads Road. It is approximately 16 km, 8–9 hours, to South Ohau hut.
- The first kilometre of track is across private farmland before the park boundary is reached.
- Once inside the forest park, follow the track along the Ohau River.
- Follow the Gable End – Richards Knob to Ohau track until the signposted left turn to South Ohau Hut.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BN33
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1801854, N5489816