French Ridge Hut No. 4

Mount Aspiring National Park, Otago

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Serviced Alpine Hut, 20 Bunks
Amenities
Lighting, Toilets
Water Source
Roof into tank
Location
NZ Topo 50:CA11 572 715
NZTM Grid Ref:E1257248 N5071498
Lat/Long:-44.428590168.693869
Elevation:1480m
Notes
The fourth of four huts/ bivs in the vicinity. Built in 1999 for $75,000 this is a NZAC hut but managed by DOC. It replaced the third hut, which was also known as Lucas Trotter Memorial Hut. Pay fees at Mt Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre; As at Aug. 2018 fees are $25 per person per night (non NZAC members). $15 per person per night (NZAC members). Edit Hut
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Seriously beautiful hut, with an even more awesome loo with a view. Plenty of keas around in summer, so be warned if you decide to tent up there (few rock biv spots already made).
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Becca-M - 04/01/2023
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Was very cold and lonely in early winter, gorgeous alpine environment

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