Top Waitahu Bivvy

Victoria Forest Park, West Coast

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Backcountry Hut, 2 Bunks
Amenities
Heating, Mattresses, Closed Fire, Wood Stove
Water Source
Water body near hut
Location
NZ Topo 50:BT22 264 271
NZTM Grid Ref:E1526378 N5327146
Lat/Long:-42.204383172.108179
Elevation:1263m
Notes
A two-bunk design, built in 1968. It is unique in having a mini coal range that provides efficient cooking & heating. The biv was repainted & new mattresses provided in 2004. In 2021, DOC undertook some minor maintenance & site clearance. They extended the fire hearth, sanded & painted the windowsill & door, removed all the lead-head nails & replaced them with tech screws, replaced the lead-flashed ridging, placed a new sheet of iron over the flue section of the roof, a rubber boot around the flue, covering it with a kea proof collar, & they repaired the flue cowling. Edit Hut
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Wonderful spot and beautiful wee hut. Unique little shacklock for a 2-bunk hut. 2-3 visits per year.

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