Nina Hut
About Nina Hut
Nina Hut is a DOC hut in Lake Sumner Forest Park, Canterbury, on the South Island. It has 10 bunks. Its facilities include heating, mattresses and non-flush toilets, 5 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Devils Den Bivvy, 3 km away.
This accessible hut is a good overnight option for families or new trampers who have some tramping experience. Be prepared for a wet and muddy access track.
Facilities
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Non-flush toilets
- Tap water (untreated)
- 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
Lake Sumner Forest Park, Canterbury, South Island
Nearby
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Questions about Nina Hut
How much does it cost to stay at Nina Hut?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
How many bunks does Nina Hut have?
Nina Hut has 10 bunks.
What facilities does Nina Hut have?
Heating, Mattresses, Non-flush toilets, Tap water (untreated) and Water supply.
Read the DOC hut rules before you go.
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