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Double Hut

Canterbury

Backcountry Hut
2,963 ftElevation

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Double Hut is an unstaffed wilderness hut in Canterbury, New Zealand, at about 2,960 ft (903 m) above sea level. It is inside Hakatere Conservation Park. It is run by Department of Conservation. It has about 6 beds. OpenStreetMap lists staying here as free. It has a stove or fireplace. Trails within about a mile include Double Hut Track, TA08d Rakaia River to Rangitata River and Swin River Track. The nearest town is Mount Somers, about 16 miles northwest of the hut. Peaks within about 3 miles include The Fingers, Mount Taylor and Emily Hill. For camping, Lake Heron Camp is within about 6 miles. The location and elevation come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Check local access rules and conditions before you go.

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2,963 ft elevation

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Double Hut

Canterbury

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