Image: James Gilmour | ©
A corrugated iron small hut sits on the ridge of a high mountain. From here you can see out over many mountain ranges in the distance.
Fishtail Hut

Located in Mount Richmond Forest Park in the Marlborough region

This is a standard 4-bunk hut in the South Marlborough area.

Check road conditions

Severe weather has damaged many roads in Marlborough and Kaikoura. Before you travel, 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

Bookings

Bookings are open for stays up to 30 June 2027.

  • If no availability shows online for your dates, the hut is fully booked.
  • No spaces are kept for visitors arriving without a booking.
  • Phone and in‑person bookings made at a visitor centre incur a $10 service fee.
  • Same‑day bookings are available online until 8 pm if spaces remain.

Book Fishtail Hut online

Tracks to this hut

Location

NZTopo50 map sheet: BQ27

Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1640799, N5411501