A permit is required for travel in the Saxton Valley between Saxton and Top Gordon Huts between 1 January and 30 April. During this time travel is only permitted in an upstream direction. This ensures the cattle stay high in the valley. Apply to the Wairau / Renwick Office.
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Check road conditions
Severe weather has damaged many roads in Marlborough and Kaikoura. Before you travel to our facilities, check the latest road updates:
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
You can access this hut by walking from Bottom Gordons Hut.
Time: 3 hr one way
Distance: 6 km one way
Tracks to this hut
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Duration: 4 - 5 days Difficulty: Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BS26
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1615900, N5357721
Nelson/Tasman/Marlborough information
| Phone: | +64 3 546 9339 |
| Email: | nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz |
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