Angelus Hut
Located in Nelson Lakes National Park in the Nelson/Tasman region
Introduction
This is a serviced 28-bunk hut in the Nelson Lakes area.Highlights
Facilities
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Seasonal restrictions
May to October:
- Additional hazards on all routes to Angelus Hut including snow, ice, avalanche risk and sub-zero temperatures.
- Hut facilities reduced – water and firewood may not be available at the hut.
Image gallery
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Angelus Hut. Image: Brian Dobbie ©
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Angelus Hut Image: Keith Miller | Creative Commons
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Angelus Hut Image: Logan Vickers ©
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Angelus Hut, Nelson Lakes Image: Logan Vickers ©
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Trampers at Lake Angelus, with the hut in the distance Image: | DOC
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Angelus Hut Image: Logan Vickers ©
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Angelus Hut in winter Image: 3moreporkphotography.wordpress.com ©
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Angelus Hut at 1,650 metres, sits on the shores of Lake Angelus surrounded by spectacular mountain views.
From May to October in most years, the lake is frozen, snow blankets all four routes, and you may have to dig your way to the hut.
Facilities
- No cookers – bring your own.
- No rubbish bins – take your rubbish out with you.
Fees
1 October - 30 April
Hut
Adults (18+ years): $30
Youth (5-17 years): $15
Child/Infant (0-4 years): free
Campsite
Adults (18+ years): $15
Youth (5-17 years): $7.50
Child/Infant (0-4 years): free
1 May - 30 September
Hut
Adults (18+ years): $15
Youth (5-17 years): $7.50
Child/Infant (0-4 years): free
Campsite
Adults (18+ years): $15
Youth (5-17 years): $7.50
Child/Infant (0-4 years): free
Backcountry Hut Passes cannot be used during Labour Weekend.
Backcountry Hut Passes can only be used in this hut from 1 May to 30 September. Passes cannot be used from 1 October to 30 April.
To pay with your Backcountry Hut Pass, create/update your account on our booking system. Under 'Apply for a discount', select 'Backcountry Hut Pass Holder' and upload a scan of your pass. Once we've verified your pass, it will automatically be applied when you make a booking.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022.
Bookings are required all year. For more information, including what you can expect as a 'booked' and 'non-booked' hut user, see Booking Angelus Hut.
A $10 service fee applies to all phone, email and in-person bookings.
Your hut booking is for any bunk bed, not for a specific bunk bed – select your bunk bed on arrival.
Tracks to this hut
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Angelus Hut tracks and routes
Located in Nelson Lakes National ParkAngelus Hut at 1,650 metres, sits on the shores of Lake Angelus surrounded by spectacular mountain views. From May to October in most years, the lake is frozen, snow blankets all four routes, and you may have to dig your way to the hut.Duration 2-3 daysDifficulty Advanced, Expert -
![Angelus Hut via Mt Cedric Track/Route]()
Angelus Hut via Mt Cedric Track/Route
Located in Nelson Lakes National ParkContinue from Sabine Hut to Angelus Hut on a very steep route.Duration 6 hrDifficulty Advanced, Expert -
![Angelus Hut via Pinchgut Track and Robert Ridge Route]()
Angelus Hut via Pinchgut Track and Robert Ridge Route
Located in Nelson Lakes National ParkThe most popular route to Angelus Hut in fine weather.Duration 6 hrDifficulty Advanced, Expert -
![Angelus Hut via Speargrass Track and Speargrass Creek Route]()
Angelus Hut via Speargrass Track and Speargrass Creek Route
Located in Nelson Lakes National ParkThis route is often used to exit Rotomaninitua/Lake Angelus in bad weather. There are unbridged stream crossings, and muddy sections.Duration 6 hrDifficulty Advanced, Expert -
![Angelus Hut via Travers and Cascade Track/Route]()
Angelus Hut via Travers and Cascade Track/Route
Located in Nelson Lakes National ParkContinue on from Lakehead or Coldwater Hut to Cascade Track, and on to Angelus Hut following the Hukere Stream.Duration 6 hrDifficulty Advanced, Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BS24
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1579151, N5362601
Altitude: 1,650 m above sea level
Nelson Lakes - thefts from vehicles
Isolated carparks are prone to theft. Don't leave any valuables in your vehicle. A bag storage facility is available at the Rotoiti/Nelson Lakes Visitor Centre.
COVID-19 vaccination policy
From 15 December 2021 eligible people aged 12 years three months and over must be fully vaccinated to use DOC accommodation. See COVID-19 vaccine policy.
Contacts
| Rotoiti / Nelson Lakes Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 3 521 1806 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | nelsonlakesvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
View Road St Arnaud |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 55 St Arnaud 7053 |
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