Basins Hut

About Basins Hut
Basins Hut is a DOC hut in Craigieburn Forest Park, Canterbury, on the South Island. It has 6 bunks. Its facilities include heating, mattresses and non-flush toilets, 5 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Old Basins Hut, under 1 km away.
This is a standard six-bunk hut in the North Canterbury and Arthur's Pass area.
Facilities
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Non-flush toilets
- Water from a stream
- Water supply
Fees
Fees apply. DOC fees change with the season, and some huts must be booked ahead. KiwiCamping shows the current fee, how to book and what each hut offers.
Location
Craigieburn Forest Park, Canterbury, South Island
Nearby
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Questions about Basins Hut
How much does it cost to stay at Basins Hut?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
How many bunks does Basins Hut have?
Basins Hut has 6 bunks.
What facilities does Basins Hut have?
Heating, Mattresses, Non-flush toilets, Water from a stream and Water supply.
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