Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Upper Deception Hut

This is a basic six-bunk hut in the Hokitika area.

Canterbury, New Zealand

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Hut DOC Arthur's Pass National Park

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Bookable

730m

Approx. elevation

-42.88372, 171.61657

Coordinates

BV20
E1487026, N5251170

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Facilities

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

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Fees

Free

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Upper Deception Hut can be accessed on the trails Goat Pass, Encompassing Arthur's Pass and KKK (Klondyke - Kelly - Klondyke) from our trail directory.

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