The water tank at this hut has a broken tap. Lift the water tank lid up to access water.
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
Note: From 1 November 2026, Backcountry Hut Tickets for non-bookable backcountry huts will be available through DOC's online booking system.
Tarn Ridge Hut is located below Girdlestone (1546 m). It's an important overnight shelter on the Northern Crossing.
Approximate times from nearest huts
- Mitre Flats Hut: 4 hr
- Arete Forks Hut: 4–5 hr
- Arete Hut: 3–4 hr
- Carkeek Hut via Tarn Ridge: 5 hr
- Dorset Ridge Hut: 2 hr
Tracks to this hut
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Duration: 3 – 5 days Difficulty: Expert
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BN34
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1805522, N5481628
Wellington/Kapiti information
| Phone: | +64 3 546 9339 |
| Email: | nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz |
| About: | Whakatū/Nelson visitor services provide information for this area |