Sunrise Hut 23-April-2022

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Sunrise Hut 23-April-2022 – On Saturday 23 April we had a clear view of the Ruahine ranges from Hastings so a group of eleven under the leadership of our Hastings club captain, Bernie Bowden, climbed up to Sunrise Hut (1300m). It was a steady climb to the top, in the bush for most of the way.

Two and a quarter hours after starting we emerged from the bush and arrived at Sunrise Hut. The day was superb with clear views out over Hawkes Bay and very little wind.

After a stop for lunch and some photo opportunities we proceeded along a ridge to Armstrong Pass. From here we had views to Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro.

Armstrong Pass was named for a pilot who crashed there in 1935. He must have wandered from the crash site and was never found.

Our return to the cars and home was uneventful. Many had not been to Sunrise Hut so were happy to be able to tick that off the bucket list.

About Sunrise Hut – Located in the mid eastern Ruahine Forest Park, Sunrise Hut is situated on the tops of the Ruahine Range. This track is one of the most popular in the park. Sited in a tussock basin beside the bush edge at 1,280 m, the hut offers excellent views across the Hawke’s Bay. The original hut was constructed in 1983 by NZFS. It was upgraded in 2005. This is a large hut that is a popular recreational destination for day trips or weekend visits. The hut is heated by a wood burner. It is a popular, easy walk for many family groups. In winter, there is generally snow around the hut.