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Sparrowhawk Bivvy.
Sparrowhawk Bivvy

Located in Ruahine Forest Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui and Hawke’s Bay regions

This is a basic two-bunk hut in the Hawke's Bay region.

Sparrowhawk bivouac sits in a sheltered basin below Maropea Peak. At 1350m altitude, the bivouac can experience extreme weather conditions.

  • Water source - Rainwater tank

Fees

Free

Tracks to this hut

Location

NZTopo50 map sheet: BK36
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1872496, N5596536

There is no vehicle access to the Ruahine Forest Park from the Wakarara Road end. You will need to cross the Makaroro River; expect wet feet.