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Goat Pass Hut.
Goat Pass Hut

Located in Arthur's Pass National Park in the Canterbury region

This is a standard 20-bunk hut in the Hokitika area.

Goat Pass Hut is on radio link to Arthur's Pass Visitor Centre, monitored during office hours:

  • 8:30 am – 4:30 pm 7 days a week except Christmas Day.

Some groups have had difficulty reaching the visitor centre on this radio so read the instructions carefully.

There is no fireplace at Goat Pass Hut. Make sure to carry appropriate warm clothing and sleeping equipment. You will also need your own cooker and utensils.

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.

Te Araroa – The Trail Pass

Te Araroa Trail walkers should register and purchase the Te Araroa Trail Pass.

Bookings

Tracks to this hut

Location

NZTopo50 map sheet: BV20
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1487726, N5249171

Plan for crossing rivers

There are numerous river crossings along this route. Do not attempt this track during and after heavy rainfall. Rivers and major side streams can rise quickly and become dangerous. 

Ensure you have the latest weather information. If travelling this route during rainy weather take spare food in case you are stuck in the hut by rising river levels. 

DOC markers may not indicate the safest crossing point. You may need to walk upstream or downstream to find a more suitable place to cross. 

Stay safe when crossing rivers and streams

If you plan to cross unbridged rivers or side streams, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.

Do not cross if the river or stream is flooded, you cannot find safe entry and exit points or are unsure it’s safe. Turn back or wait for the river to drop. If in doubt, stay out.

How to cross rivers safely

NIWA river flow forecasts: View a video of national followed by regional river flows