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.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.
Bookings are required for Angelus Hut all year round.
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
Adult (18+ years): $30
Child/Youth (5–17 years): $15
Infant (0–4 years): free
Campsite
Adult (18+ years): $15
Child/Youth (5–17 years): $7.50
Infant (0–4 years): free
1 May - 30 September
Hut
Adult (18+ years): $15
Child/Youth (5–17 years): $7.50
Infant (0–4 years): free
Campsite
Adult (18+ years): $15
Child/Youth (5–17 years): $7.50
Infant (0–4 years): free
Passes
Backcountry Hut Passes can only be used in this hut from 1 May to 30 September.
Backcountry Hut Passes cannot be used from 1 October to 30 April.
Campers may use hut water supply and toilets.
Bookings
Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2023.
2023/24 bookings
Bookings for 1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 will open in 2023. The opening date will be announced on this page in late March 2023.
All bookings operate on a first-come first-served basis. We do not operate waiting lists for bookings for future seasons, or currently booked-out facilities.
Bookings are required all year.
A $10 service fee applies to phone and in-person booking. This is a limited service – book online first. An in-person booking is dependent on there being space available.
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
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
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 -
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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
A hut warden will be on-site throughout the peak season.
Weather forecast
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.
Keep alpine lakes and tarns free of lindavia (lake snow)
The invasive alga lindavia is present in Lakes Rotoiti and Rotoroa. It causes lake snow – a sticky mucus that hangs below the surface of the water.
Stop lindavia getting to the pristine alpine lakes in Nelson Lakes National Park:
- Make sure all your gear is completely dry for 48 hours before swimming or taking water from any alpine lake or tarn, including Rotomaninitua/Lake Angelus.
- Do not touch the water in Rotomairewhenua/Blue Lake and Rotopōhueroa/Lake Constance.
- Be extra careful if you’ve recently swum or filled a drink bottle from Lakes Rotoiti or Rotoroa.
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 |
| Full office details | |
