Copland Shelter
About Copland Shelter
Copland Shelter is a Basic DOC hut in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, Canterbury, on the South Island. It has 4 bunks. It is under 1 hour on foot from the road end. Its facilities include mattresses, non-flush toilets and tap water (untreated), 4 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Empress Hut, 7 km away.
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Aoraki/Mount Cook area.
Facilities
- Mattresses
- Non-flush toilets
- Tap water (untreated)
- Water supply
Fees
Free. 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
Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, Canterbury, South Island
Nearby
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Questions about Copland Shelter
Is Copland Shelter free?
Yes. Copland Shelter is listed as free. Conditions can change, so check the latest details in KiwiCamping before you go.
How many bunks does Copland Shelter have?
Copland Shelter has 4 bunks.
What facilities does Copland Shelter have?
Mattresses, Non-flush toilets, Tap water (untreated) and Water supply.
Read the DOC hut rules before you go.
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