Pool Hut
About Pool Hut
Pool Hut is a Basic DOC hut in St James Conservation Area, Canterbury, on the South Island. It has 4 bunks. Its facilities include non-flush toilets, water from a stream and water supply. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Jervois Hut, 4 km away.
Pool Hut is managed as an historic hut, offering basic accommodation to those doing the 64 km-long St James Cycle Trail.
Facilities
- 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
St James Conservation Area, Canterbury, South Island
Nearby
Guides for Canterbury
- Christchurch to Hanmer Springs Road Trip: Route, Stops and Camping
- DOC Huts in New Zealand by Region: Types, Fees, Tickets
- Easy DOC Huts for Families and First-Timers 2026-27: Walk Times and Fees
- Banks Peninsula Camping Weekend From Christchurch
- Christchurch to Lake Tekapo and Aoraki: a 5-day road trip
- Arthur's Pass Camping Route: Christchurch to the West Coast
Questions about Pool Hut
Is Pool Hut free?
Yes. Pool Hut is listed as free. Conditions can change, so check the latest details in KiwiCamping before you go.
How many bunks does Pool Hut have?
Pool Hut has 4 bunks.
What facilities does Pool Hut have?
Non-flush toilets, Water from a stream and Water supply.
Read the DOC hut rules before you go.
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