Earnslaw Hut
About Earnslaw Hut
Earnslaw Hut is a Basic DOC hut in Mount Aspiring National Park, Otago, on the South Island. It has 4 bunks. It is 1-3 hours on foot from the road end. Its facilities include heating, non-flush toilets and water from a stream, 4 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Esquilant Bivvy Hut, 3 km away.
This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Queenstown/Wakatipu 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
Mount Aspiring National Park, Otago, South Island
Nearby
Guides for Otago
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- DOC Huts in New Zealand by Region: Types, Fees, Tickets
- Easy DOC Huts for Families and First-Timers 2026-27: Walk Times and Fees
- Wānaka to Haast Pass: Drive, Stops and Camping Guide
Questions about Earnslaw Hut
Is Earnslaw Hut free?
Yes. Earnslaw Hut is listed as free. Conditions can change, so check the latest details in KiwiCamping before you go.
How many bunks does Earnslaw Hut have?
Earnslaw Hut has 4 bunks.
What facilities does Earnslaw Hut have?
Heating, Non-flush toilets, Water from a stream and Water supply.
Read the DOC hut rules before you go.
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