Backcountry Hut, 3 Bunks
Amenities
Toilets
Water Source
Water body near hut
Location
NZ Topo 50:CC10 481 020
NZTM Grid Ref:E1248074 N5002040
Lat/Long:-45.047592168.531108
Elevation:479m
Tracks
Notes
Built in 1930 by the Summers brothers & Sam lived here during the Great Depression. It was restored by Queenstown locals in the 1980’s. From 1 December, 2021, it is not to be used for overnight stays. The fire & mattresses has been removed. Edit Hut
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AussieCatLady- 18/01/2025
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Interesting old hut on a very enjoyable, easy loop walk through the forest
Isabella Jackson- 17/09/2022
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Seems very sturdy given how old it is. The sign outside provides interesting information about Sam Summers
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