Free or DOC ticket· Queenstown, Otago & Fiordland

Backcountry huts

77 huts from public map data and the Department of Conservation. For 25 of them the data gives a name and an area and nothing else, so that is what you get. Nice will not pad a listing it cannot stand behind.

Wakatipu

Archie's Hut - Copper Creek
This is a basic three-bunk hut in Mount Aurum Recreation Reserve in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
Archie's Hut - Copper Creek
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB11
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1254925, N5030439
Know before you go
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
How to cross rivers safely
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Ashton Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1229644, N4963467
Who looks after it
DOC Customer Service Centre
0800 275 362 invercargill@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Beech Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Southland area. This is one of the oldest musterer’s huts remaining in Southland.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
Heritage
Beech Hut was built around 1905 by the owners of Fairlight Station. The hut was used by musterers in the 1920s during the autumn muster. Teams of men with dogs and horses travelled up the Mataura Valley to Beech Hut, and from there drove sheep across the steep terrain to Dog Box Hut in Eyre Creek on foot.
Beech Hut is simply constructed from beech saplings cut from the surrounding forest and driven into the ground, and is clad and roofed with corrugated iron.
Further reading
McIntyre, R. (2008) Whose high country?: a history of the South Island high country of New Zealand (Penguin Books).
Herries Beattie, J. (1979) The Southern Runs (Times Printing Service for the Gore Historical Society).
Herries Beattie, J. (1983) More about the Southern Runs (Gore District Historical Society).
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Beech Hut is accessible via Cainard Road, off SH6 at Fairlight. A 4WD track runs along the true left of the Mataura River for approximately 5 km. From there the route is unmarked and not suitable for vehicles, approximately 4 hr walking time.
The hut is visible on the true right of the Mataura River at the edge of beech forest.
Tracks to this hut
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1242421, N4968385
Who looks after it
DOC Customer Service Centre
0800 275 362 invercargill@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Bullendale Hut
This is a standard four-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Getting there
Take the Skippers Rd to Skippers Point. This road is unsealed and a 4WD is recommended.
From here go up the Bullendale Hut Track.
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4 - 6 hr
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
Bullendale Hut
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB11
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1257747, N5031541
Know before you go
Warning: heavy metals continue to leach from the old mine workings here – do not drink water from Murdochs Creek
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Cowshed Hut
This is a basic hut in the Eyre Forest Conservation Area.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
The hut is at around 700 m altitude near the Upper Mataura Valley River.
Getting there
The hut is 20 km from Fairlight. Drive down Cainard Rd until you reach the 4WD access. At certain times of the year the gates may be locked due to fire rules and regulations so may need to call Mataura Valley Station (03 4485948) to gain access.
Cowshed Hut is 4 km from Beech Hut.
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Location
NZ Topo 50: CD10 453 658
NZTM Grid Ref: E1245331 N4965782
Know before you go
Access might close when the fire risk is high
Access to this hut might close at any time when weather conditions elevate the risk of fire in the area.
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
How to cross rivers safely
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Who looks after it
DOC Customer Service Centre
0800 275 362 invercargill@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Crystal Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 2 hr
Difficulty: Intermediate
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB11
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1257496, N5026741
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Dynamo Hut
This is a standard four-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Getting there
Follow the unsealed Skippers road to Skippers Point. We recommend using a 4WD.
From here, follow the Dynamo Hut Track.
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4 - 6 hr
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB11
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1256957, N5029969
Dynamo Hut
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Dynamo Red Hut
This is a basic two-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
Dynamo Red Hut
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4 - 6 hr
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB11
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1256219, N5029702
Know before you go
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
How to cross rivers safely
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Greenstone Hut
This is a serviced 20-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Backcountry Hut Passes are valid for use in this hut from 1 May to 30 September. Passes won't be accepted from 1 October to 30 April.
1 May - 30 September
Adult (18+ years): $25 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $12.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 October - 30 April
Weekdays:
Adult (18+ years): $28 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $14 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Weekends:
Adult (18+ years): $32 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $16 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 December - 29 February
Weekdays:
Adult (18+ years): $29 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $14.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Weekends:
Adult (18+ years): $34 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $17 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
You can camp outside the hut - campsite bookings are required. See Greenstone Campsite.
Campers may use hut water supply and toilets.
Te Araroa – The Trail Pass
Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027.
If no availability shows online for your dates, the hut is fully booked.
No spaces are kept for visitors arriving without a booking.
Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.
Book Greenstone Hut online.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Duration: 4 days
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CC09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1226486, N5008425
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Kay Creek Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
You can access this hut by following Kay Creek Track. This track starts from a junction between Mid Caples Hut to McKellar Hut on Greenstone and Caples Track.
Kay Creek Track is an advanced tramping track that is 6.2 km long.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1224038, N5028359
Know before you go
Windfall on Kay Creek Track
The track to the Kay Creek hut has significant and extensive windfall. Expect longer tramping times.
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Old Woman Hut
This is a standard six-bunk hut in the Central Otago area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Getting there
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CC12
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1291368, N4986331
Know before you go
Although the hut has heating, no fuel is supplied.
Who looks after it
Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 443 7660 wanakavc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Roses Hut
This is a standard 12-bunk hut in the Wānaka area.
Everything DOC says
Restrictions
This hut is on the Te Araroa Trail and can be busy over summer.
About this hut
This hut is located on Mount Soho Station Pastoral Lease and public access is allowed via an easement agreement.
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Te Araroa – The Trail Pass
Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 3 - 4 days
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB11
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1272710, N5030356
Who looks after it
Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 443 7660 wanakavc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Slip Flat Hut
This is a basic three-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Te Araroa – The Trail Pass
Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1227267, N5011031
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Steele Creek Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: 1222335, N5014107
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Stoney Creek Hut
This is a basic two-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1251312, N5024292
Know before you go
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
How to cross rivers safely
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Taipo Hut
This is a standard four-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Restrictions
Water supply is turned off from May until October.
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Te Araroa – The Trail Pass
Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4 days
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CC09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1223786, N5000343
Who looks after it
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 249 7924 fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Upper Oreti Hut
This is a basic hut in the Eyre Mountain/ Taka Ra Haka Conservation Park.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
This is a historic ex musters hut at an altitude of approximately 600 m.
The water source is from the stream behind the hut. Boil the water before you use.
Getting there
The hut is 6 km from Mt Nicholas Road.
It is possible to drive to the hut, but you must get a key from the Fiordland DOC Visitor Centre before you go. For the gate key visitors must register their details, trip intentions, and pay a cash bond at the visitor centre.
Location
NZ Topo 50: CD09 256 642
NZTM Grid Ref: E1225571 N4964198
Know before you go
The access track requires a stream crossing
There is a stream to cross with 4WD before the hut. After high rainfall this may difficult to cross and the ground can be soft.
Who looks after it
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 249 7924 fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Also mapped here, each with a name and an area and nothing else yet:

Glenorchy

Heather Jock Hut
This is a three bunk hut in the Whakaari Conservation Area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 1 hr 30 min from Bonnie Jean Hut
Difficulty: Advanced
Duration: 4 - 6 hr return
Difficulty: Intermediate
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1240933, N5023195
Know before you go
Unsafe water source Whakaari
Due to historic mining activities, high levels of arsenic and heavy metals may be present in the soil and streams in the Whakaari area. Filtering or boiling the stream water does not remove the contamination.
Visitors should not use the natural water sources for drinking, cooking, or washing based on current information available on the contamination.
Heather Jock, McIntyre and McIntosh huts may have water in their tanks for use, but this is not guaranteed. Carry all the water you need when you visit the site.
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Home Hill Hut
This is a basic two-bunk hut in the Queenstown area.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
Home Hill Hut sits near the tree line and commands views of the surroundings mountains.
Facilities
Heating - open fire
Water - from a stream
Heritage
The hut is probably an old stockman's hut.
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
There is no marked track to Home Hill Hut. The best route starts on the Caples Track, at Old Birchdale Homestead. Climb the main Home Hill spur and sidle to the east above Reid's Creek.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1227386, N5015508
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Kelly's Hut
Just below point 1912. Operated by mountainhut.nz, but 2 spaces reserved for tramping parties as part of agreement with DOC.
McIntosh Hut
This a basic hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
Water supply
Toilets
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 8-10 hr return
Difficulty: Advanced
Know before you go
Unsafe water source Whakaari
Due to historic mining activities, high levels of arsenic and heavy metals may be present in the soil and streams in the Whakaari area. Filtering or boiling the stream water does not remove the contamination.
Visitors should not use the natural water sources for drinking, cooking, or washing based on current information available on the contamination.
Heather Jock, McIntyre and McIntosh huts may have water in their tanks for use, but this is not guaranteed. Carry all the water you need when you visit the site.
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
McIntyre Hut
This is a five-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
McIntyre Hut
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 8-10 hr return
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1239925, N5025002
Know before you go
Unsafe water source Whakaari
Due to historic mining activities, high levels of arsenic and heavy metals may be present in the soil and streams in the Whakaari area. Filtering or boiling the stream water does not remove the contamination.
Visitors should not use the natural water sources for drinking, cooking, or washing based on current information available on the contamination.
Heather Jock, McIntyre and McIntosh huts may have water in their tanks for use, but this is not guaranteed. Carry all the water you need when you visit the site.
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Mid Caples Hut
This is a serviced 24-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
1 May - 30 September
Adult (18+ years): $25 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $12.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 October - 30 April
Weekdays:
Adult (18+ years): $28 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $14 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Weekends:
Adult (18+ years): $32 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $16 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 December - 29 February
Weekdays:
Adult (18+ years): $29 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $14.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Weekends:
Adult (18+ years): $34 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $17 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Backcountry Hut Passes are valid for use in this hut from 1 May to 30 September. Passes won't be accepted from 1 October to 30 April.
You can camp outside the hut - campsite bookings are required. See Mid Caples Campsite.
Campers may use hut water supply and toilets.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027.
If no availability shows online for your dates, the hut is fully booked.
No spaces are kept for visitors arriving without a booking.
Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.
Book Mid Caples Hut online.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1226760, N5018213
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Wallers Hut
This is a basic historic hut.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
This is a historic corrugated hut. There are no toilets at this hut.
Getting there
Location
NZ Topo 50: CB10 431 235
NZTM Grid Ref: E1243128 N5023520
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Also mapped here, each with a name and an area and nothing else yet:

Mount Aspiring National Park

Earnslaw Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 8 - 10 hr return
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
Earnslaw Hut
NZTopo50 map sheet: CA10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1238883, N5048944
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Esquilant Bivvy Hut
This is a basic six-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
This bivvy is situated on a col below Mt Earnslaw/Pikirakatahi high above the Rees Valley.
Information about Esquilant Bivvy on NZ Alpine Club website.
Fees and bookings
Fees
Backcountry Hut Passes and Backcountry Hut Tickets cannot be used at this hut.
Bookings
Book this hut, and check fees and availability on the New Zealand Alpine Club website.
Getting there
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CA10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1235455, N5049554
Know before you go
Avalanche risk
This area has terrain that can produce avalanches that cross the track, usually from May into November. View avalanche information.
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Routeburn Falls Hut
This is a 48 bunk, Great Walk hut on the Routeburn Track, Mt Aspiring National Park. Bookings required in the Great Walks season.
Everything DOC says
Restrictions
In the Great Walks season (1 November 2026 – 30 April 2027)
Bookings are required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2026 – 31 October 2026)
Bookings are not required - first come, first served
Facilities are reduced
About this hut
Routeburn Falls Hut offers fabulous views over the Route Burn valley and Humboldt Mountains. This is one of three DOC Great Walk huts on the Routeburn Track.
Routeburn Track huts:
Routeburn Flats Hut
Routeburn Falls Hut
Lake Mackenzie Hut.
There are also campsites on Routeburn Track:
Routeburn Flats Campsite, and
Lake Mackenzie Campsite.
Facilities and services
In the Great Walks season:
48 bunks with mattresses in a communal sleeping layout.
Water supply, flushing toilets, wash basins with cold running water (but no showers).
Heating with fuel available, and solar lighting in the communal kitchen area.
Cooking facilities with fuel, tables and seating (but no cooking utensils).
A friendly conservation ranger - they like to chat, they know the area well and can tell you about the environment and weather, or help out should an emergency arise.
Outside the Great Walks season:
Gas is not provided - you will need to bring your own cooking stove.
Flush toilets are replaced with pit toilets.
Running water is turned off inside the huts. Water can be obtained from the outside water tank, if this is frozen, then from the nearest water course or by melting snow.
There are no conservation rangers based at the huts.
Beds are on a first come basis only
Fees and bookings
Fees
Prices are per person, per night. NZ rates are for New Zealand visitors and INT rates are for international visitors.
Huts
Date range · Adult NZ 18 + years · Adult INT 18+ years · Child NZ 5 to 17 years · Child INT 0 to 17 years · Infant NZ 0 to 4 years
1 November – 30 April · $88 · $132 · $44 · $66 · Free
1 May – 30 June · $35 · $35 · $17.50 · $17.50 · Free
1 July – 31 October · $30 · $30 · $15 · $15 · Free
Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.
Backcountry Hut Passes can only be used in this hut from 1 May to 31 October. Passes cannot be used from 1 November to 30 April.
Bookings
Bookings are required in the Great Walks season.
Book Routeburn Falls Hut online.
Getting there
Approximate time from nearest road end and huts
Routeburn Shelter (Routeburn Road) via Routeburn Track: 2 hr 30 min – 4 hr (9.8 km)
Routeburn Flats Hut via Routeburn Track: 1 hr – 1 hr 30 min (2.3 km)
Lake Mackenzie Hut via Routeburn Track: 4 hr 30 min – 6 hr (11.3 km)
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 2-4 days
Difficulty: Intermediate, Advanced, Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1219841, N5036327
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Routeburn Flats Hut
This is a 20 bunk, Great Walk hut on the Routeburn Track, Mt Aspiring National Park. Bookings required in the Great Walks season.
Everything DOC says
Restrictions
In the Great Walks season (1 November 2026 – 30 April 2027)
Bookings are required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2026 – 31 October 2026)
Bookings are not required - first come, first served
Facilities are reduced
About this hut
Routeburn Flats Hut offers lovely views across the Route Burn valley floor, and makes a great day walk or easy first night stay on the Routeburn Track. This is one of three DOC Great Walk huts on the Routeburn Track.
Routeburn Track huts:
Routeburn Flats Hut
Routeburn Falls Hut
Lake Mackenzie Hut.
There are also campsites on Routeburn Track:
Routeburn Flats Campsite, and
Lake Mackenzie Campsite.
Facilities and services
In the Great Walks season:
20 bunks with mattresses in a communal sleeping layout.
Water supply, flushing toilets, wash basins with cold running water (but no showers).
Heating with fuel available, and solar lighting in the communal kitchen area.
Cooking facilities with fuel, tables and seating (but no cooking utensils).
A friendly conservation ranger - they like to chat, they know the area well and can tell you about the environment and weather, or help out should an emergency arise.
Outside the Great Walks season:
Gas is not provided - you will need to bring your own cooking stove.
Flush toilets are replaced with pit toilets.
Running water is turned off inside the huts. Water can be obtained from the outside water tank, if this is frozen, then from the nearest water course or by melting snow.
There are no conservation rangers based at the huts.
Beds are on a first come basis only
Fees and bookings
Fees
Prices are per person, per night. NZ rates are for New Zealand visitors and INT rates are for international visitors.
Huts
Date range · Adult NZ 18 + years · Adult INT 18+ years · Child NZ 5 to 17 years · Child INT 0 to 17 years · Infant NZ 0 to 4 years
1 November – 30 April · $88 · $132 · $44 · $66 · Free
1 May – 30 June · $35 · $35 · $17.50 · $17.50 · Free
1 July – 31 October · $30 · $30 · $15 · $15 · Free
Proof of eligibility is required for the New Zealand rate.
Backcountry Hut Passes can only be used in this hut from 1 May to 31 October. Passes cannot be used from 1 November to 30 April.
Bookings
Bookings are required in the Great Walks season.
Book Routeburn Flats Hut online.
Getting there
Approximate time from nearest road end and hut
Routeburn Shelter (Routeburn Road) via Routeburn Track: 1 hr 30 min – 2 hr 30 min (7.5 km)
Routeburn Falls Hut via Routeburn Track: 1 hr – 1 hr 30 min (2.3 km)
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 2-4 days
Difficulty: Intermediate, Advanced, Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1221043, N5036428
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Shelter Rock Hut
This is a serviced 22-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Backcountry Hut Passes are valid for use in this hut from 1 May to 30 September. Passes won't be accepted from 1 October to 30 April.
1 May - 30 September
Adult (18+ years): $25 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $12.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 October - 30 April
Weekdays:
Adult (18+ years): $28 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $14 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Weekends:
Adult (18+ years): $32 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $16 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 December - 29 February
Weekdays:
Adult (18+ years): $29 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $17.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Weekends:
Adult (18+ years): $34 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $17 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
You can camp outside the hut on a 'first-come, first-served' basis. See Shelter Rock Campsite for fees.
Campers may use hut water supply and toilets.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027.
If no availability shows online for your dates, the hut is fully booked.
No spaces are kept for visitors arriving without a booking.
Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.
Book Shelter Rock Hut online
Getting there
Times from nearest road end and huts:
Muddy Creek car park (Rees Valley Road) via Rees-Dart Track: 6–8 hr (19 km)
Dart Hut via Rees-Dart Track: 4–6 hr (10 km)
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4-5 days one way
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CA10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1243317, N5056268
Know before you go
Takahē conservation in Rees Valley
18 takahē were released into the Rees Valley in February 2025.
You may see takahē as you walk, hunt or stay at the hut in Rees Valley. They may disperse into other areas. There are around 500 in the total takahē population as of 2024.
At a glance, people may mistake the takahē for a pūkeko. Takahē are a large bird with deep blue and green colouring, sturdy red legs and beak.
The chicks are black and small, as they grow, they will grey out. The juveniles will go from grey and muted blue and green, to the striking colours as they mature. Find information about takahē conservation: Takahē Recovery.
If you see a takahē
To keep takahē safe in their new home:
keep a respectful distance to reduce stress on the birds
don't share any food with takahē as human food can make them sick
report any sightings (particularly outside the Rees Valley). Try to note details such as location, number of birds and leg band colours.
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Eyre Mountains/Taka Rā Haka Conservation Park

Irthing Hut
This is a basic two-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1238343, N4958137
Who looks after it
DOC Customer Service Centre
0800 275 362 invercargill@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Lincoln Hut
This is a basic two-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1224252, N4962305
Who looks after it
DOC Customer Service Centre
0800 275 362 invercargill@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Shepherd Creek Hut
This is a basic six-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1242543, N4961947
Who looks after it
DOC Customer Service Centre
0800 275 362 invercargill@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Upper Cromel Hut
This is a basic two-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1234639, N4956930
Who looks after it
DOC Customer Service Centre
0800 275 362 invercargill@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Upper Windley Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1228230, N4957422
Who looks after it
DOC Customer Service Centre
0800 275 362 invercargill@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Mavora Lakes Conservation Park

Boundary Hut
This is a standard four-bunk hut in the Te Anau area
Everything DOC says
Restrictions
Water supply is turned off from May until October.
Fees and bookings
Bookings
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Te Araroa – The Trail Pass
Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4 days
Difficulty: Advanced
Who looks after it
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 249 7924 fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Careys Hut
This is a standard six-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Restrictions
Water supply is turned off from May until October.
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Te Araroa – The Trail Pass
Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4 days
Difficulty: Advanced
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Advanced, Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CC10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1220148, N4984758
Who looks after it
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 249 7924 fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Forks Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
The rough track from the Mavora Lakes camping area to Forks Hut is suitable for mountain biking, but not recommended for 4WD vehicles.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD10
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1216727, N4992836
Know before you go
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
How to cross rivers safely
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Who looks after it
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 249 7924 fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
West Burn Hut
This is a basic six-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
You can only reach this hut by boat over the North Mavora Lake, or from the west via the Livingstone Mountains.
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CC09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1219445, N4982712
Who looks after it
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 249 7924 fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Kingston

Also mapped here, each with a name and an area and nothing else yet:

Snowdon Forest Conservation Area

Army Hut
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Walking access to Army Hut and the Upper Upukerora River area, in the Snowden Forest Conservation Area, is possible either:
On the public track from the Kiwi Burn swingbridge, via the Whitestone river
By following the Upukerora riverbed upstream from the public access at the end of Ladies Mile Road (off of Kakapo Road)
Please note that although the riverbed is open to public access, it is adjacent to both public and private land. There is no access or hunting on the adjacent private land without direct permission from the landowners.
Tracks to this hut
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Advanced, Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CC09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1211175, N4976318
Who looks after it
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 249 7924 fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Kiwi Burn Hut
This is a standard 12-bunk hut in the Southland area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Te Araroa – The Trail Pass
Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: N/A
Difficulty: Advanced, Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1215432, N4965896
Who looks after it
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 249 7924 fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Kopuwai Conservation Area

Boundary Hut
A basic three-bunk hut in the Central Otago area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 2 hr 30 min one way
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD12
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1297888, N4973127
Who looks after it
Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 443 7660 wanakavc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Nicholsons Hut
This is a basic five-bunk hut in the Central Otago area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 1 hr 30 min return
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CD31
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1301194, N4970729
Who looks after it
Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 443 7660 wanakavc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Wānaka

Fern Burn Hut
This is a standard 12-bunk hut in the Wānaka area.
Everything DOC says
Restrictions
This hut is on the Te Araroa Trail and can be busy over summer.
About this hut
This hut is located on Motatapu Station Pastoral Lease and public access is allowed via an easement agreement.
Adventure to Fern Burn Hut - Blog post 17 October 2013
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Te Araroa – The Trail Pass
Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass.
Getting there
Rough times from nearest roads and huts:
Fern Burn carpark: 3 to 4 hours, 7 km
Highland Creek Hut: 4 to 5 hours, 6 km
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 3 - 4 days
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB12
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1282089, N5038118
Who looks after it
Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 443 7660 wanakavc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Highland Creek Hut
This is a standard 12-bunk hut in the Wānaka area.
Everything DOC says
Restrictions
This hut is on the Te Araroa Trail and can be busy over summer.
About this hut
This hut is located on Motatapu Station Pastoral Lease and public access is allowed via an easement agreement.
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Te Araroa – The Trail Pass
Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 3 - 4 days
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB12
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1278889, N5034123
Who looks after it
Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 443 7660 wanakavc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Fiordland National Park

Hidden Falls Hut
This is serviced 12-bunk hut is in northern Fiordland.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Hut
1 May - 30 September
Adult (18+ years): $25 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $12.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 October - 30 April
Weekdays:
Adult (18+ years): $28 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $14 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Weekends:
Adult (18+ years): $32 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $16 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 December - 29 February
Weekdays:
Adult (18+ years): $29 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $17.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Weekends:
Adult (18+ years): $34 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $17 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Camping
Fees to camp at the hut are 50% of the hut fees.
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Camping outside serviced huts
No bookings are required. Fees still apply.
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027.
If no availability shows online for your dates, the hut is fully booked.
No spaces are kept for visitors arriving without a booking.
Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4–5 days
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CA09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1212324, N5047138
Know before you go
Didymo is present in the Hollyford River, but not in most of the Pyke River.
All visitors should take precautions to avoid transporting didymo when on the Hollyford Track, swimming, fishing, or packrafting.
Do not take water from these areas and avoid filling water bottles.
More information about preventing the spread of freshwater pests in Fiordland National Park.
Who looks after it
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 249 7924 fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one
Lake Mackenzie Hut
This is a 50-bunk, Great Walk hut on the Routeburn Track, Fiordland. Bookings required in the Great Walks season.
Everything DOC says
Restrictions
In the Great Walks season (1 November 2026 – 30 April 2027)
Bookings are required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2026 – 31 October 2026)
Bookings are not required
Facilities are reduced
About this hut
Lake Mackenzie Hut is a comfortable hut in a beautiful sub-alpine lake setting. This hut is one of three DOC Great Walk huts on the Routeburn Track.
Routeburn Track huts:
Routeburn Flats Hut
Routeburn Falls Hut
Lake Mackenzie Hut.
There are also campsites on Routeburn Track:
Routeburn Flats Campsite, and
Lake Mackenzie Campsite.
Facilities and services
In the Great Walks season:
50 bunks with mattresses in a communal sleeping layout.
Water supply, flushing toilets, wash basins with cold running water (but no showers).
Heating with fuel available, and solar lighting in the communal kitchen area.
Cooking facilities with fuel, tables and seating (but no cooking utensils).
A friendly conservation ranger - they like to chat, they know the area well and can tell you about the environment and weather, or help out should an emergency arise.
Outside the Great Walks season:
Gas is not provided - you will need to bring your own cooking stove.
Flush toilets are replaced with pit toilets.
Running water is turned off inside the huts. Water can be obtained from the outside water tank, if this is frozen, then from the nearest water course or by melting snow.
There are no conservation rangers based at the huts.
Beds are on a first come basis only
Fees and bookings
Fees
Backcountry Hut Passes can only be used in this hut from 1 May to 31 October. Passes cannot be used from 1 November to 30 April.
Prices are per person, per night. NZ rates are for New Zealand visitors and INT rates are for international visitors.
Huts
Date range · Adult NZ 18 + years · Adult INT 18+ years · Child NZ 5 to 17 years · Child INT 0 to 17 years · Infant NZ 0 to 4 years
1 November – 30 April · $88 · $132 · $44 · $66 · Free
1 May – 30 June · $35 · $35 · $17.50 · $17.50 · Free
1 July – 31 October · $30 · $30 · $15 · $15 · Free
Bookings
Bookings are required in the Great Walks season.
Book Lake Mackenzie Hut online.
Getting there
This hut is located on the Routeburn Track, in Fiordland, and is about 4 – 6 hours walk from the Divide, Milford Road.
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 2-4 days
Difficulty: Intermediate, Advanced, Expert
Location
Topo50 map sheet CB09,
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates:E1218142, N5031519
Who looks after it
Te Rua-o-te-moko/Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 249 7924 fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Wye Creek

Two Mile Hut
This an historic hut in the Queenstown area with a two-person sleeping platform.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
Facilities
Sleeping platform for 2 - no bunks
Heating - open fire
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
There are no tracks to this hut. You'll need to navigate over public conservation land to get there.
The recommended start point is from State Highway 6, at the base of Wye Creek, into the South branch and over "Skingut pass" at Pt. 1659. The hut can also be accessed across public conservation land from Nevis road.
There's no public access to the hut via Loch Linhe Station and the adjacent 4WD tracks.
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CC11
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1270196, N4989093
Know before you go
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
How to cross rivers safely
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Also mapped here, each with a name and an area and nothing else yet:

Long Burn Hut

Dalefield

Also mapped here, each with a name and an area and nothing else yet:

Arrowtown

Also mapped here, each with a name and an area and nothing else yet:

Skippers

Ballarat Hut - Flood Burn
This is a basic three-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
Ballarat Hut
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB11
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1256220, N5035532
Know before you go
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
How to cross rivers safely
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Pisa Conservation Area

Kirtle Burn Hut
This is a standard seven-bunk hut in the Wanaka/Makarora area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Backcountry Hut Passes can be used at this hut.
About hut tickets and passes | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Bookings
Bookings open on Thursday the 10 July 2025 for stays from the 11 July 2025 to the 30 June 2026.
All bookings are first-come first-served. We do not have waiting lists for bookings for future seasons or facilities that are already booked-out.
Book Kirtle Burn Hut online.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 6 hr return
Difficulty: Intermediate
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB12
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1296723, N5024205
Who looks after it
Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 443 7660 wanakavc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Greenstone and Caples Conservation Areas

McKellar Hut
This is a serviced 24-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Backcountry Hut Passes are valid for use in this hut from 1 May to 30 September. Passes won't be accepted from 1 October to 30 April.
1 May - 30 September
Adult (18+ years): $25 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $12.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 October - 30 April
Weekdays:
Adult (18+ years): $28 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $14 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Weekends:
Adult (18+ years): $32 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $16 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 December - 29 February
Weekdays:
Adult (18+ years): $29 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $14.50 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
Weekends:
Adult (18+ years): $34 per night
Child/youth (5–17 years): $17 per night
Infant (0–4 years): free
You can camp outside the hut - campsite bookings are required. See McKellar Campsite.
Campers may use hut water supply and toilets.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027.
If no availability shows online for your dates, the hut is fully booked.
No spaces are kept for visitors arriving without a booking.
Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.
Book McKellar Hut online.
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 4 days
Difficulty: Intermediate
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB09
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1216513, N5019822
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Cardrona

Meg Hut
This is a standard eight-bunk hut in the Pisa Conservation Area.
Everything DOC says
Fees and bookings
Fees
Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free
Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.
Booking and paying | Backcountry Hut Tickets | Retailers that sell hut tickets and passes
Getting there
Tracks to this hut
Duration: 9–12 hr one way
Difficulty: Advanced
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CB12
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1288651, N5018955
Who looks after it
Wānaka Tititea/Mount Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre
+64 3 443 7660 wanakavc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Gibbston

Racemans Hut
This is an historic 2-bunk hut in the Queenstown area.
Everything DOC says
About this hut
Inside Racemans Hut
Image: DOC
Fees and bookings
Fees
Free
Getting there
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: CC11
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1275464, N4999165
Know before you go
Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.
How to cross rivers safely
NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows
Who looks after it
Whakatipu-wai-Māori/Queenstown Visitor Centre
+64 3 442 7935 queenstownvc@doc.govt.nz
DOC's own page for this one

Arthurs Point

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Millbrook

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Queenstown

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