Winchcombe Biv
Located in the Wairarapa region
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Introduction
This is a two-bunk bivvy in the Tararua Forest Park.Facilities
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Winchcombe Biv is located on the bush line below Winchcombe Peak. It is on the Neill Winchcombe Circuit route, which links Cone Peak with Mt Hector.
The original bivvy at this site was built in the 1960s by the New Zealand Forest Service. This was replaced in 1984 with a second bivvy, which was then removed four years later.
The current Winchcombe Biv was built in 2021 by volunteers, using a grant from the Backcountry Trust. It is based on the ‘dogbox’ bivvy design, used by the New Zealand Forest Service through the 1950s, 60s and 70s.
Winchcombe Biv is owned by the Backcountry Trust and is maintained by volunteers, under a management agreement with the Department of Conservation.
Fees
Free, but the Backcountry Trust welcomes donations.
Bookings
Bookings not required.
Tracks to this hut
Location
BP33 9443 6427
NZTM E1794441 N5464246
There are only two bunks, so carry a backup tent if you plan to stay here.
Read the Neill Winchcombe Circuit track page for information about the route to this bivvy.