Forbes Bivvy
About Forbes Bivvy
Forbes Bivvy is a Basic DOC hut in Rangitata and Rakaia Rivers area, Canterbury, on the South Island. It has 2 bunks. Its facilities include heating, mattresses and non-flush toilets, 5 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Murphy's Bivvy, 2 km away.
This is a basic two-bunk hut in the Mid and South Canterbury area.
Facilities
- Heating
- Mattresses
- 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
Rangitata and Rakaia Rivers area, Canterbury, South Island
Nearby
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- DOC Huts in New Zealand by Region: Types, Fees, Tickets
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- Banks Peninsula Camping Weekend From Christchurch
Questions about Forbes Bivvy
Is Forbes Bivvy free?
Yes. Forbes Bivvy is listed as free. Conditions can change, so check the latest details in KiwiCamping before you go.
How many bunks does Forbes Bivvy have?
Forbes Bivvy has 2 bunks.
What facilities does Forbes Bivvy have?
Heating, Mattresses, Non-flush toilets, Water from a stream and Water supply.
Read the DOC hut rules before you go.
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