This week is a place you can take your doggo! Pick up a permit from your local DOC office.
Starveall Hut is located in the Richmond Forest Park, tucked away in the bush line (1200m). Its faded red door is a welcome sight - after tackling a few chilly stream crossings and a satisfyingly solid climb of around 900m from Hacket Hut. Autumnal colours peppered the valley and clear, calm blue skies made for a fantastic journey. The short scramble up to Mt Starveall is a must with its 360° views out west to the inland Kaikōura Ranges.
Park up at the Hackett car park, Aniseed Valley Road, Hope 7081
From here, it is a 6-7hr hike from the car park to Starveall Hut, and then another 1 hr to the top of Mount Starveall 🏔️