Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Kylie Bivvy

This is a basic two-bunk hut in the Hawke's Bay region.

Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

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Hut DOC Ruahine Forest Park

Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Bookable

1,050m

Approx. elevation

-39.67975, 176.19959

Coordinates

BK36
E1874495, N5602840

Map reference

Image: David Middleditch | DOC

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About this hut

Kylie Bivouac was built in 1960 by the NZ Forest Service. Located 1380 m above sea level, it is one of the highest bivouacs in the park and can experience extreme weather conditions. Snow, high winds and rainfall can occur at any time of the year.

The biv has tank water supply.

Facilities

Mattresses, Toilets - non-flush, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Water supply

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Fees

Free

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