Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Minchin Bivvy

This is a basic two-bunk hut in the North Canterbury and Arthur's Pass area.

Canterbury, New Zealand

Hut DOC Arthur's Pass National Park

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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930m

-42.79452, 171.80990

BV21
 E1502674, N5261316

Minchin Bivvy

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About this hut

Note there are no mattresses in the bivvy. Repaired thanks to Roger Woods through the Outdoor recreation consortium funding.

Facilities

Toilets - non-flush

Fees and bookings

Fees

Free

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