Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Scotties Hut

Scotties Hut is a basic hut in the St James Conservation Area.

Canterbury, New Zealand

Hut DOC St James Conservation Area

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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650m

-42.42971, 172.63995

 E1570383, N5302449

Scotties Hut

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About this hut


Scotties Hut

Heritage

The area around Scotties Hut is known as Scotties Camp and is an historic site, dating back to mustering days. The ruins of the first Scotties Camp Hut are nearby. 

Facilities

Mattresses, Toilets - non-flush, Water from stream, Water supply

Fees and bookings

Fees

Free

Trails

Scotties Hut can be accessed on the trail Fowlers Pass - St James from our trail directory.

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