Top Hut
Located in Hakatere Conservation Park in the Canterbury region
|
From Top Hut you can access the Cameron valley and Cameron Hut. The Arrowsmith range at the head of the South Ashburton/Cameron rivers provides opportunities for hunting and climbing activities.
Fees
Free
Walking time 2–3 hours from Boundary Creek Hut to Top Hut.
Access to Top Hut is also available via permission and a small charge from Arrowsmith station.
This is a backcountry hut with no DOC track access. You will need to plan your route and navigate yourself, using aids like a map, compass and GPS. Learn navigation skills.
Tracks to this hut
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BW17
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1440433, N5190566
Stay safe when crossing rivers
If you plan to cross unbridged rivers, know how to cross safely and be prepared for if you cannot cross.
Do not cross if the river 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.
Contacts
Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Visitor Centre | |
---|---|
Phone | +64 3 435 1186 |
mtcookvc@doc.govt.nz | |
Address | 1 Larch Grove Aoraki/Mount Cook 7999 |
Hours | Visitor centre hours and services |