Tarn Hut
Image:
Tony Doy
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Tarn Hut
Located in Puketeraki Forest Conservation Area in the Canterbury region
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Introduction
This basic four-bunk hut, in the North Canterbury and Arthur's Pass area, is sited next to a small picturesque tarn in open alpine grassland.Facilities
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
4 bunk beds
Fees
Free
Times from nearest road end and hut
- Lees Valley Road: 4 hr 30 min via Lillburn Route – 4X4 or high clearance 2WD recommended
From Oxford, follow Ashely Gorge Road for 6 km. Turn into Lees Valley Road and follow this for 29 km to a sign that indicates the vehicle track. Follow this marked track for 3.5 km to a locked gate and car park. Keep to the marked track as this is private farmland.
- Youngman Stream Hut: 2 hr 30 min
Tracks to this hut
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BV22
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1530714, N5234571
There is no access to running water at the hut. Ensure you bring enough water for your entire trip.
Contacts
| Arthur's Pass National Park Visitor Centre | |
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| Phone | +64 3 318 9211 |
| arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz | |
| Address | 104 West Coast Road Arthur's Pass 7654 |
| Hours | See visitor centre hours |