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Big Hut Backcountry Hut
Status
OPEN
Category
Standard
Bunks
16
Bookable
Yes
About
This historic alpine hut in the Coastal Otago area is owned and managed by the Strath Taieri Agriculture & Rural Tourism (START).
Weather
Hut details
Location
Rock and Pillar Conservation Area
From road end
1-3 hours
Facilities
Cooking
Mattresses
Lighting
Toilets - non-flush
Water from stream
Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Water supply
Region
Otago
Place
Rock and Pillar Conservation Area
Last updated
31 Mar 2026
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