Esk Bivvy
About Esk Bivvy
Esk Bivvy is a Basic DOC hut in Lochinvar Forest Conservation Area, Canterbury, on the South Island. It has 2 bunks. Its facilities include heating, non-flush toilets and water from a stream, 4 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Ant Stream Bivvy, 11 km away.
This is a basic two-bunk hut in the North Canterbury and Arthur's Pass area.
Facilities
- Heating
- Non-flush toilets
- Water from a stream
- 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
Lochinvar Forest Conservation Area, Canterbury, South Island
Nearby
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Questions about Esk Bivvy
Is Esk Bivvy free?
Yes. Esk Bivvy is listed as free. Conditions can change, so check the latest details in KiwiCamping before you go.
How many bunks does Esk Bivvy have?
Esk Bivvy has 2 bunks.
What facilities does Esk Bivvy have?
Heating, Non-flush toilets, Water from a stream and Water supply.
Read the DOC hut rules before you go.
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