French Ridge Hut
About French Ridge Hut
French Ridge Hut is a Serviced alpine DOC hut in Matukituki Valley area, Otago, on the South Island. It has 20 bunks. It is 1-3 hours on foot from the road end. Its facilities include mattresses, lighting and non-flush toilets, 5 in all. The nearest other place in KiwiCamping is Aspiring Hut, 6 km away.
This is an alpine serviced 20-bunk hut in the Wanaka/Makarora area. This hut is an NZ Alpine Club hut.
Facilities
- Mattresses
- Lighting
- 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
Matukituki Valley area, Otago, South Island
Nearby
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Questions about French Ridge Hut
How much does it cost to stay at French Ridge Hut?
Fees apply and change with the season. KiwiCamping shows the current DOC fee and how to book.
How many bunks does French Ridge Hut have?
French Ridge Hut has 20 bunks.
What facilities does French Ridge Hut have?
Mattresses, Lighting, Non-flush toilets, Tap water (untreated) and Water supply.
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